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BHC conference examines link between anxiety and trauma


By The Kewanee Voice    January 16, 2026
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Black Hawk College is giving the public an opportunity to explore the connection between anxiety and trauma at a community mental health conference Friday, March 20 at Black Hawk College.

Strength in Numbers – The Anxiety & Trauma Connection: Empowering Individuals, Supporting Professionals will be held from 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. at the college’s Quad-Cities Campus in Moline.

Cost is $45 and includes a light breakfast, lunch and a professional certificate of attendance.

Conference presentations:

● The Music & Mental Health Connection
● Mental Health Advocacy: Being the Hope Behind the Change
● The Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences on Our Lives and Communities
● From Awareness to Action: Integrating Trauma Informed Care for a Healthier Quad Cities
● Solutions for Anxious Times: Community-Based Innovations for Treatment of Anxiety Disorders

Professional and Continuing Education credits are available.

The last day to register is Thursday, March 5.

For more information or to register, call 309-796-8223 or register here.