Inspiring Comfort Awarded Contract for Research Study

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Inspiring Comfort is thrilled to announce that we are currently contracted with the NY Suicide Prevention Center and undergoing a research study with high risk middle school students in New York City.  Montclair University's Institutional Review Board is currently conducting an evaluation of our research plan.  

What will students learn and gain from Inspiring Comfort’s Programming?

·       To recognize verbal and non-verbal communication of distress from others

·       Safe and appropriate ways to respond with compassion and care. 

·       Increased social and school connectedness that will reduce feelings of loneliness, isolation, anxiety, and stress. Social connectedness has been identified as the most important aspect of surviving the emotional toll of COVID-19 Pandemic.  Human care and connection is a critical life skill that is necessary for both emotional and physical health. 

Stay tuned for updates.