From the Aztecs to Now: Finding your Community (as a Geek)

The presentation will cover basic ideas the Maya and Aztec cultures had regarding mental health and the value of having a community. Several articles will be used to demonstrate the importance of having a community for our mental health. Then, we will discuss how many individuals find a supportive community in the geek culture and the need for more mental health providers in our communities.

Learning Objectives

1. Explain how community support has helped an individual's mental health since the Maya and Aztecs.
2. Summarize the results of research studies recognizing the importance of being part of a community in modern times.
3. Identify how individuals can find their community among other geeks/nerds.
4. Describe the need for more mental health providers in our communities.