The New Year doesn’t have to be a brand new you. You can create healthy resolutions by following these steps: Take the time to do something fun and adventurous, and prioritize your health over punishing yourself. If you find yourself struggling in giving yourself grace and putting pressure on yourself, it may be time to […]
During this season of giving, think about the best and most thoughtful gift you may give to yourself and those you care about. Being well informed and knowing where to find potenitally lifesaving information and resources should be at the top of that list. ASK is proud to curate the virtual Save A Life Wellness Fair […]
Alcohol and Underage Drinking: What you need to know There’s a lot of misinformation out there about alcohol and teens, and it can have serious consequences. Learning the facts can open your eyes to how alcohol really affects the developing brain, decision-making, and your teen’s future. Whether you’re starting the conversation, noticing a change, or […]
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness on this stigmatized, and often taboo, topic. It is important to ensure that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help. Informational Resources Crisis Resources 8 Evidence-Based Tips […]
Effects of Social Media on Teens Source: Newport Academy How does social media affect teenagers? Like any form of technology, social media has both an upside and a downside. And when it comes to the social media effects on teens, there are significant pros and cons to take into account. On the plus side, platforms like […]
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness on this stigmatized, and often taboo, topic. It is important to ensure that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help. Informational Resources Crisis Resources 8 Evidence-Based Tips […]
4 New Year’s Resolutions Therapists Make (Source: MSN) Resolution 1: Prioritize radical self-care. Radical self-care is looking beyond the individual behaviors that make up self-care and moving to an understanding that self-care is non-negotiable ― a mindset that should be implemented at all times. Additionally, it should be proactive instead of reactive to issues like […]
Thank you to our community for supporting the Alliance for Sake Kids! Your gifts will help us continue to connect every sector of the community to resources that support youth mental health; substance abuse prevention, treatment and recovery; opportunities for thoughtful service and important programs provided by Drug Crisis in our Backyard. (Forgot to make a gift? […]
Prom and Graduation Season Proms, graduations and the parties surrounding them can be an exciting time for teens and parents that they usually can remember throughout their lives. But they can also be a time of heartbreak. There are all too often negative consequences, serious injuries, and even deaths. The good news is that parents […]
How to help children and teens manage their stress (from the American Psychological Association) In the short term, stress can push a child to practice for her piano recital or inspire a teen to study when he’d rather be out with friends. But chronic stress—for example, from unrelenting pandemic-related pressures, social unrest, or violence—is different. Left […]