Torosian is CEO of Promises2Kids, a nonprofit founded in 1981 as the Child Abuse Prevention Foundation. She lives in Talmadge. At 21, I had never heard much about foster care. Coming from a loving and ...

Financial education for youth can set the foundation for a bright future. When students learn the ins and outs of budgeting, ...

Youth mental health has steadily declined in the years prior to and following the COVID-19 pandemic. Among the worst affected? Pre-teen boys and teenage girls, according to the August 2024 report, “A ...

The Youth Crisis Care Program at Huntsman Mental Health Institute is a 24/7 walk-in location for children and teens who need immediate mental health support—whether it feels like a crisis, or you’re ...

During adolescence—a period defined by rapid physical, emotional and social development—LGBTQ+ youth often grapple with the decision to “come out” to their family or friends and disclose their gender ...

College completion for youth with experience in the foster care system remains low, with about half of former foster children completing high school, 2 to 6 percent earning a two-year degree, and 3 to ...

Over the past decade, communities across the United States have faced a steady rise in severe weather events. Climate Central ...

As young trans and nonbinary people face the holidays, a new study shows respect for their pronouns could be life saving.

Ordinarily, when children under 18 years old need health or mental health services, the clinician requests consent from their parents or legal guardians (Maslyanskaya & Alderman, 2019; McNary, ...

As a manufacturer, engaging local young people isn't just about filling future job openings. It's a strategic investment. By connecting with young minds, you can cultivate a vibrant workforce, ...

THE SUMMER MONTHS IS SOMETHING THAT CAN REALLY WEIGH ON PARENTS AND IF SUMMER CAMPS ARE OUT OF A FAMILY’S REACH FINDING PLACES TO KEEP KIDS ENGAGED AND OUT OF HARM’S WAY CAN BE TOUGH, BUT IN ORLANDO’S ...