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Holiday Stress and Your Anxious Child

By Brooke Skipper, MSW, LCSW, Youth First, Inc. No school, sweet treats, presents, and parties…You might think this is every kid’s dream! If you have a child with anxiety, however, you know this combination can be a huge trigger. While…

What Kids Really Need This Holiday Season

By Jana Pritchett, Communications Manager at Youth First, Inc. - Updated 12/15/2022 Christmas is almost here, and kids everywhere are hoping to be on Santa’s good list. Popular toys like Squishmellows and LOL Dolls are on many kids’…

Supporting Your Teen’s Growing Brain

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By Brandi McCord, Youth First, Inc. As parents, we always strive to provide for our kids and guide them to become successful adults. During adolescence, the brain grows at a rapid rate and continues to mature until the age of 25. In…

Holiday Gratitude and Giving are Good for Your Mental Health

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By Julie Hoon, Youth First, Inc. - Updated 12/7/2022 The busy holiday season brings many priorities, and our mental health does not always earn a spot at the top of the list. However, gratitude and giving can have a direct link to improved…

School and Parent Communication is Vital

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By Nolan Miller, MSW, LSW, Youth First, Inc. Throughout the school year, kids are constantly learning new material and building upon their strengths. Even after the first day jitters dissipate and students settle into a routine, new…

Giving Tuesday

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Giving Tuesday is a day of global generosity. Whether it is time, money, or advocacy, Giving Tuesday inspires us to give back to the causes close to our hearts. What a wonderful opportunity to celebrate Youth First's programs and services…

Youth First News & Events

Holiday Stress and Your Anxious Child

What Kids Really Need This Holiday Season

Supporting Your Teen’s Growing Brain

Holiday Gratitude and Giving are Good for Your Mental Health

School and Parent Communication is Vital

Giving Tuesday

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