By Abby Betz, MSW, LCSW – September 18, 2025 – We live in a world where our screens never sleep. It is not very often that our minds truly get a break from the onslaught of social media and all of the information available on the World Wide Web. From never-ending notifications to late-night scrolling, […]
By Lori Powell, MSW, LCSW – September 10, 2025 – In today’s world, we hear a lot about anxiety. The American Psychological Association defines anxiety as “an emotion characterized by apprehension and somatic symptoms of tension in which an individual anticipates impending danger, catastrophe, or misfortune.” Everyone experiences anxiety to some degree, but not everyone […]
by Britney Wagler, MSW, LCSW – September 3, 2025 – As the school year settles into full swing, many households find themselves battling a familiar evening routine: the “homework struggle.” It’s a time that often brings stress, frustration, and even tears for both parent and child. With the right coping strategies, however, parents and kids […]
By Katie Martin, MSW, LCSW – August 20, 2025 – Freshman year is the most crucial year of high school, as it sets the tone for academic achievement and social standards. It can be a fresh start, or for some students, the beginning of ongoing struggles and painful lessons. When students start high school, their […]
By Nolan Miller, MSW, LCSW – August 14, 2025 – We often think of superheroes as those who wear capes, possess powers, and save the world with flashy rescues. But in reality, some of the most important superheroes don’t fly; they stand beside a child, quietly shaping their future through love, support, and example. Every […]
EVANSVILLE, IN – The community and media are invited on Saturday, August 9, at 1 pm CT to Fashion for a Purpose at Eastland Mall. This fashion show, featuring Hot 96’s Sarah Pepper as Master of Ceremonies, is a fun back-to-school event that blends fashion and community, with proceeds benefiting Youth First. Volunteer models will […]
By Breanna Dudley-Wissel, MSW, LSW – August 7, 2025 – Sweet summertime. Longed for all school year and mourned when classes start in early August. We all feel it, right? Parents, school personnel, and kids often dread the end of summer. While some parents may long for school to resume—and for rowdy kids to be […]
By Hailey Hagan, MSW, LSW – July 30. 2025 – Coping with a loss, whether it’s a loved one or a pet, can be challenging for anyone, but helping your child navigate the complex emotions that come with it can be particularly daunting. As a parent or guardian, it is often hard to see the […]
By Kelly McClarnon, MSW, LCSW – July 25, 2025 – As an adult, can you imagine having to move from one house to another weekly, or even more frequently, while juggling schedules, belongings, and changes in rules and expectations? I imagine you are thinking how difficult this would be. Yet we expect children to do this […]
By Nolan Miller, MSW, LCSW – July 22, 2025 – As a school-based mental health professional, I have observed that many students come into my office and talk negatively about themselves. They might say things like, “I have no friends. No one likes me. I am a loser.” When it comes to their schoolwork, they […]