Youth Mental Health In a Pandemic
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health amongst youth was already declining between 2009-2019. Everything that has occurred since the 2020 pandemic, has only added to the struggles youth face.
Back to School Checklist
August is Back to School month and everyone is working hard to get the youth in their lives ready for back to school. But what about the organizations that work hard to serve the youth in their communities? We have a Back to School Checklist ready for them!
Bringing Youth to the Table
What started as an idea in 2018 turned into farmers market serving the 78744 community.
Tackling Tough Topics: Teen Dating Violence
Dating violence affects almost 10% of teenagers in the U.S. (Teen Dating Violence Awareness, 2020). Teen dating violence is a difficult, yet important topic. The best ways to help a teen are by recognizing the signs of abuse, knowing how to support the teens in your life, and promoting healthy relationships.
Talking to youth about substance abuse: Where should I start?
According to Health.gov, most children see adults using tobacco or alcohol by preschool (Talk to Your Kids, 2020). They also found that 9 out of 10 smokers began using cigarettes before they turned 18. It may seem too soon to talk to youth this, but it is important to teach youth how to stay safe at an early age.
Volunteering as a group while social distancing this holiday season
Many groups, families, and individuals choose to volunteer at this time of year. The spread of COVID-19 has caused many of these plans to change. Here are a few ideas on how to give back while maintaining social distancing.
Helping youth establish self-care routines
Stress and hard times are inevitable in life. They can strike anyone at any time, and youth are no exception.
Supporting bullied youth
One of the most common conflict that youth and young adults face is bullying. As a caring adult in these youths’ lives, you need to be a safe space. If your youth can speak openly about their problems, you can help them through this tough time.
Keeping Youth Active at Home
We’ve all heard how exercise is good for our bodies, but many don’t realize that it’s good for our minds too.
Breaking the Ice: Virtual Icebreakers
Icebreakers are great for welcoming new members and creating a positive, comfortable environment. Since most social interactions are virtual for now, go ahead and ease the socialization process of your group – use a virtual icebreaker.