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Informative articles by Youth First’s Service Team

Youth First Highlights Alliyah Patton – Social Work Week 2022

Alliyah Patton, LSW - Youth First Social Worker at North High School in Vanderburgh County Q: What called you to become a social worker? A: I think some of the best social workers have been through quite a bit themselves. I wished…

Youth First Highlights Emily Bernhardt – Social Work Week 2022

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Emily Bernhardt, LSW - Youth First Social Worker at Holy Cross Catholic School, St. James Catholic School, St. Joseph Catholic School, and Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School in Gibson County Q: What called you to become a social…

Youth First Highlights Ashley Manship – Social Work Week 2022

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Ashley Manship, LSW - Youth First Social Worker at Paoli Jr./Sr. High School and Throop Elementary in Orange County Q: What called you to become a social worker? A: I’ve always had the strong desire to help and advocate for others. Q:…

Youth First Highlights Jessie Laughlin – Social Work Week 2022

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Jessie Laughlin, LSW - Youth First Social Worker at Edgewood Junior High School in Monroe County Q: What called you to become a social worker? A: I started college as an education major. During early field experience, I crossed paths…

Assisting Your Teen with the Dreaded “Senioritis”

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By Angel Wagner, LSW - March 2, 2022 - The first semester of your child’s senior year of high school is complete. You log on to the school’s grading system expecting to see the normal A and B grades your child always receives. However,…

Promoting a Healthy Body Image in Youth

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By Jessie Laughlin, LSW - February 23, 2022 - Body image and self-awareness begin at a young age, even before kindergarten. As children transition into teenagers, they become more aware of themselves and who they are becoming, which includes…