Bullying Workshop – Virtual
DeMolayLoneliness, Relationships & Youth Mental Health
Loneliness, Relationships & Youth Mental Health
Social Media & the Teenage Brain
The State of Youth Mental Health
Digital Health for Youth
Vaping & Current Drug Trends in Teens
Developing Resilience & Well-Being Among Youth
Cyberbullying: Impact & Intervention
Empathy & the Teenage Brain
In a recent Pew Research Center survey, 7 out of 10 teens say anxiety and depression are major problems they and their peers are facing. Their involvement with technology and social media often amplifies those challenges. Other pressing concerns are substance use (particularly marijuana), bullying, harassment and personal safety, as well as loneliness and a
The risk factors of trauma and adverse childhood experiences can be mitigated by the protective factors that build resilience and develop grit in children and youth. Resilience can help youth with transitions in life, the challenges of relationships, problem-solving and realistic goal setting. Resilience is directly related to well-being. During the workshop, we will: Examine
Both boys and girls engage in bullying, and researchers continually examine the role of gender in bullying behavior. While gender can impact how students bully, there are many other influences that impact the behavior of our youth. Kids are overwhelmed with negative and harmful influences that create the “sea of mean” many of them live
Adults spend an average of three to four hours per day on their screens, while youth spend an average of seven. Children are getting smartphones earlier than ever ̶ 53% of kids have one by age 11, and 71% by age 12. While devices themselves are not addictive, the social connections they give us are