April 1, 2015 – Youth First, Inc. Releases Results of 2014 Southwest Indiana Youth Survey – The Southwest Indiana region appears to be making progress in preventing and reducing teen substance abuse, according to a report released today by Youth First, Inc. The latest Southwest Indiana Youth Survey shows teenagers are reporting lower substance abuse rates […]
by Amber Russell, Courier & Press, March 31, 2015 – Ridicule — the act of making fun of someone or something in a cruel or harsh way; harsh comments made by people who are laughing at someone or something. We have all seen someone poke fun at others, and perhaps we’ve even done it ourselves. […]
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by Amber Russell, Courier & Press, March 24, 2015 – Ridicule — the act of making fun of someone or something in a cruel or harsh way; harsh comments made by people who are laughing at someone or something. We have all seen someone poke fun at others, and perhaps we’ve even done it ourselves. […]
by Jana Pritchett, Courier & Press, March 17, 2015 – Let’s face it. These days paying for college can be a financial strain on a student and his family. After footing the bill for tuition, housing, books, a meal plan, transportation, entertainment, study abroad and more, it really starts to add up. Sometimes there isn’t […]
by Kate Thrall, Courier & Press, March 10, 2015 – My mother is a wonderful role model, and I always wanted to be just like her. My hope was to marry the man of my dreams and have a house full of children. I think deep down most of us want to have a happy […]
By Amber Russell, Courier & Press, March 3, 2015 – At the beginning of the year, gyms and fitness centers are filled with individuals who have made resolutions to get healthy. Studies show that more than half of these people will have abandoned their New Year’s resolutions by June. Exercise should be a way of […]
By Heather Miller, Courier & Press, February 24, 2015 – “None of us are born knowing how to be a special needs mom. I’m still trying to figure it out and am just stumbling along.” These words were written by a mother of a child with spina bifida in response to my email asking for […]
By Wendy Lynch, Youth First Social Work Intern, Courier & Press, February 17, 2015 – Does your child have trouble navigating relationships? Do you feel confident in your ability to help your child sort through their conflicts? Being available and willing to listen are the building blocks to establishing the necessary trust to help your […]
by Parri Black, Courier & Press, February 10, 2015 — At this point in my life, nothing gives me greater joy than my grandchildren. The feelings I have for them are almost indescribable. It’s a combination of deep affection and perhaps an even deeper connection. They link my past, present, and future, and God willing, […]