Youth Development


Feature Writer: Susan Carney
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Are you often overwhelmed by the issues kids are facing today? If so, you've come to the right place! This is the spot for information and ideas about promoting positive development in young people.

We'll talk about teen issues such as internet safety, tobacco prevention, and body image, and discuss building skills such as anger management and refusal strategies. Most importantly, we will focus on empowering kids and helping them develop the leadership skills that will allow them to advocate for themselves and others.

We'll also talk about how youth workers can strengthen their relationships with kids and be more powerful role models.

Be sure to check out previous articles, blogs and discussions in Youth Development!

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Susan Carney

Decision Making Strategy for Teens

In: Youth Development (general)

Use this model to teach kids how to weigh their options carefully before making important decisions. more...

The Great American Smokeout is November 19

In: Youth Development (general)

The Great American Smokeout, occurring this year on November 19th, is great opportunity for teens to get involved in a national smoking prevention campaign. more...

Study Skills Group Outline

In: Youth Development (general)

Counselors or teachers can use this 8 session group model to build and support successful academic skills. more...

College Awareness Activities for Youth

In: Youth Development (general)

College awareness activities are a great way to get kids excited about the possibility of a college education. more...

Planning Character Education Programs

In: Youth Development (general)

A good school-based character education program requires careful planning and preparation to be successful. more...

Implementing Character Education Programs

In: Youth Development (general)

Ideas for infusing character education activities into all aspects of the school experience. more...

Red Ribbon Week Awareness Campaign

In: Youth Activities

Red Ribbon Week is traditionally held during the last full week of October, and is the oldest and largest drug prevention campaign in America. more...

Learning How to Pay Attention in Class

In: Youth Development (general)

Every student has had the experience of drifting off in class from time to time. Help kids practice these skills for maintaining focus. more...

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