Advice from Our Professionals

Informative articles by Youth First’s Service Team

Developing Your Child’s Attention Span

By Megan Shake, MSW, LCSW - October 23, 2024 - How long is your child’s attention span? Many people assume children’s attention spans should be longer than they actually are. You might be surprised to learn that the average…

Recognizing Signs of an Eating Disorder in Your Child

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By Courtney Beitler, MSW, LCSW - October 17, 2024 - As a parent, being attentive to your child’s well-being is crucial, especially when it comes to their relationship with food and body image. Eating disorders can affect anyone, regardless…

When Your Child Refuses Therapy

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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,…