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Low self-esteem in at-risk teens can be a major source of stress because it affects how they see themselves, how they handle challenges, and how they interact with others.

When working with a-risk teens to network, find and keep a job and to handle money, there are several life skills they need to learn.

Youth who are at risk, often facing challenges like poverty, exposure to violence, and instability need conflict resolution skills for several key reasons.

Meditation can offer at-risk children and teens a valuable set of tools to build emotional resilience, manage stress, improve behavior and foster positive relationships.

Social media can significantly impact loneliness and isolation in teens. It does provide a platform for connection, but it can make feelings of isolation worse.

Young children spending more than 75 minutes on a tablet were more likely to show increased outbursts of anger and frustration, a new study from The 74, a nonprofit new site covering education. This information appeared in “Youth Today” September 24, 2024. 

The benefits of becoming a better listener can make a significant impact on at risk teens you work with.

Teaching life skills to at-risk youth in juvenile justice (detention, secure facilities, probation) is crucial for their rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society.

In recent years there has been an uptick in mental health issues in teens and young adults. The National Institute of Health reported that one in five adolescents “aged 12-17 in the US had at least one major depressive episode.” It is necessary to equip youth with the tools necessary to navigate life’s challenges.

Understanding the Nature of Violence: Teach at risk teens to recognize the different forms of violence, including physical and emotional and how it affects them, families, and communities.

Incorporating life skills into a summer school program or summer camp program can be beneficial.  It can offer them practical knowledge and abilities that are essential for success in life.

Teen parents face unique challenges and responsibilities as they navigate the journey of parenthood at a young age. Here are some key things they need to know.