Advice from Our Professionals

Informative articles by Youth First’s Service Team

Resiliency Skills – Bridging the Gap Between School and Home

By Chelsea Rasch, MSW, LCSW - May 8, 2024 - America’s youth are in the throes of a mental health crisis. Professionals continue to observe a rise in mental health-related struggles in school-aged children since the COVID-19 pandemic began…

Back to the Basics – Finding Assistance in Indiana

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By Heather Miller, LCSW - May 3, 2024 - Food. Fuel. Utilities. Clothing. Medical bills. Vehicle maintenance. The cost of everything has increased substantially, leaving many Hoosiers wondering how to stay afloat. The struggle to meet…

Got Grit?

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By Leah Doughty, LMHCA - April 30, 2024 The term “grit,” coined by psychologist Angela Duckworth, is characterized by a combination of resilience, determination, and persistence, even in the face of setbacks and obstacles. In the…

The Power of Self-Care

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By Paige Byrd, MSW, LSW - April 18, 2024 Self-care is a vital part of our everyday lives. It promotes healthy living, reduces stress, increases relaxation, and improves our overall well-being. Self-care can help your mental and physical…

Setting Boundaries is Important

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By Hannah Smith-Quirey, MSW, LCSW - April 10, 2024 - Boundaries. They are a necessary part of any relationship. Boundaries enhance our well-being in so many ways. So why do we have so many feelings around setting healthy and effective boundaries?…

Indiana’s Youth Mental Health Crisis

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By Cameron Williams, Youth First, Inc. - April 4, 2024 Indiana has a youth mental health crisis. To set the stage, let’s address a few facts. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the most current Youth Risk Behavior…