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When Your Child Refuses Therapy

By Beth Greene, MSW, LSW - October 9, 2024 - As a society, we have made great strides in raising awareness for mental health. Mental health is more openly discussed, and people are more aware of signs and symptoms. These strides have added…

Mindfulness Can Help Your Child Handle Stress

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By Jordyn Bryant, MSW, LSW - October 2, 2024 - Having stress or anxiety as a child can be hard. Often, children hear, “You are too young to have stress” or other statements that dismiss their feelings. Recognizing that children can…

Seeking Understanding: The Key to Improving Relationships

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By Holly Walther, MSW, LSW - September 26, 2024 As the saying goes, “There’s no handbook for parenting.” It’s a complicated yet fulfilling journey that evokes so many emotions. During times of discipline, we can find ourselves…

Your Student Needs Good Quality Sleep

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By Katie Martin, MSW, LCSW, CSAYC - September 18, 2024 - A good night’s sleep can make or break a student’s success in school and in life. Quality rest and a sufficient amount of sleep create better outcomes in academics, social settings,…

The Power of Empathy

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By Ashley Lingafelter, MSW, LSW - September 11, 2024 - In a fast-paced and technology driven world, empathy remains an essential quality that promotes genuine human connection and understanding. Empathy is the capacity to put oneself in…

Why Students Should Leave Cell Phones in Lockers

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By Heidi Mikac, MSW, LSW - September 4, 2024 - As a school social worker, one of the most frustrating parts of my job is when I’m in the middle of a session with a student and they take out their cell phone and start texting as if I don’t…

Youth First News & Events

When Your Child Refuses Therapy

Mindfulness Can Help Your Child Handle Stress

Seeking Understanding: The Key to Improving Relationships

Your Student Needs Good Quality Sleep

The Power of Empathy

Why Students Should Leave Cell Phones in Lockers

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