CT Clearinghouse

Wellness Wednesday, When Helping Hurts: Restoring Healthy Breathing, October 14, 2026

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This in-person training will be held on Wednesday, October 14th, 2026
from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM at the Connecticut Clearinghouse conference room, located at:
334 Farmington Avenue (Route 10)
Plainville, CT 06062

This program has been approved for 3 Continuing Education Credit Hours by the National Association of Social Workers, CT and meets the continuing education criteria for CT Social Work Licensure renewal.

Learning Objectives

  • Explain how dysfunctional breathing patterns can affect stress responses, emotional regulation, and overall health.
  • Identify common signs of breath dysfunction, including chest breathing, breath holding, hyperventilation, mouth breathing, and reverse breathing.
  • Use simple self-assessment tools to recognize potential signs of breath dysfunction.
  • Demonstrate at least one foundational technique for healthier breathing, such as diaphragmatic or nasal breathing.
  • Develop a personal practice plan to improve breathing patterns and recognize when symptoms may warrant referral to a healthcare professional.

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