News & Events

Graduate Courses in Behavioral Health: 2012 Summer Semester List

Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Courses examine community and family issues in policy, evaluation, systems performance, and outcomes of alcohol, drug abuse, and mental health services.

May 6 - 12, 2012: National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week

Sunday, May 6, 2012 The National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health declares the first full week in May as National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week.

CFS Visits Panama to Share Expertise in Autism

Wednesday, May 2, 2012 CFS representatives hosted a conference aimed at improving the diagnosis and care of individuals with autism in Panama.

Professor Donna Cohen In the News

Monday, April 23, 2012 She responds to questions regarding a recent homocide-suicide of elderly couple.

2012 Summer Courses: Graduate Certificate in Children's Mental Health

Monday, April 23, 2012 Distance learning courses to be offered during Summer Session C will focus on Leadership Skills and Wraparound Interventions.

Summer C Course: Issues & Trends in Developmental Disabilities

Tuesday, April 17, 2012 This exciting interdisciplinary course will provide students with a rich curriculum that addresses health, educational, social, cultural, and economic issues related to developmental disabilities across the life span.

NIDA Funds $1.7 Million Research Education Project to Help Bridge the Gap from Research to Practice

Tuesday, April 17, 2012 A New Graduate Certificate Program in Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health will merge the skills and experience of local community treatment providers, USF academic researchers and national experts.

CFS Faculty Elected to Executive Board of the Association for Positive Behavior Support

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Although not new to the executive board, Drs. Kincaid and Peshak George are in new roles this year, serving as President and Treasurer respectively.

Three CBCS Staff Members Receive 2011 USF Outstanding Staff Awards

Sunday, April 1, 2012 Associate Director Glenda Kilpatrick from CFS Administration was among those selected for the award.

New Webinar Series on Successful Community Initiatives and Systems of Care to begin in May

Sunday, April 1, 2012 Participants will gain increased knowledge and skills needed to provide behavioral health services and supports to children, youth, and their families.

Article by Associate Professor Tom Massey Is 2011's Most Downloaded for Journal of Evaluation and Program Planning

Tuesday, March 27, 2012 The Journal is published by Elsevier, which serves more than 30 million scientists, students and health and information professionals worldwide.

AAIDD Elects Dr. Elizabeth Perkins to Board of Directors

Thursday, March 22, 2012 The American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is the world’s oldest and largest professional organization in the field of intellectual disability.

National Institutes of Health Awards Grant to Dr. Dinorah Martinez-Tyson

Wednesday, March 21, 2012 The study will lead to a more in-depth understanding of the supportive care needs of Latino male cancer survivors, a rapidly growing group in the US, and in particular Florida. 

USF Faculty Researchers and Clinicians Form the ASDnet to Increase Support for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

Thursday, March 15, 2012 Members of ASDnet work together across USF disciplines to ensure that individuals with ASD have access to evidence-based interventions, services, and supports.

Now Available: 2012 Edition of the Youth Suicide Prevention School-based Guide

Wednesday, March 14, 2012 Designed to provide accurate, user-friendly information for school administrators, staff, and faculty, the Guide is now available online and printed copies can be purchased.