Stephen’s new column, “America’s Ambivalence About Youth and Alcohol May Put Kids at Risk,” explores the prevalent dialogue surrounding underage drinking and how we may be putting young people at risk. It provides tips to parents (and other caring adults) as how best to talk with young people about alcohol and other drug use as …
Stephen’s new article on Linkedin, “Unhappy Campers?” focuses on the millions of children unable to attend summer camp, both for COVID-related and financial reasons and reveals some assistance for families eager to have their kids enjoy the benefits of the camp experience.
Stephen’s new Linkedin article, “Triple Threat,” discusses numerous ways in which the pandemic continues to impact the lives of American youth.
Stephen’s latest article for Psychology Today focuses on America’s ambivalence about youth and alcohol, highlighting the death of a Bowling Green State University student in a hazing incident.
Stephen’s new article for Psychology Today, “Rescued or Ready?” explores the undeniable link between summer camp and the development of resilience in youth. It includes commentary of one young man’s journey through camp and his advice, as a teen leader, to younger children.
Stephen’s new article on LinkedIn, “Santa Claus Is Missing,” explores the many ways COVID-19 has altered the way of life for young people, and not for the better. It includes information from the Child Mind Institute, Genomind, and the Mayo Clinic, as well as brand new data from the Center for Adolescent Research and Education …
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Stephen’s new article for Psychology Today, Pitching Magic – When unresolved grief goes to summer camp, features the Experience Camps organization which offers free, one-week summer camp experiences for children who have lost a loved one, such as a parent or sibling. It includes key data from the American Camp Association and information about the …
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Stephen’s new Psychology Today article, “Empty Sky” written in recognition of the National Suicide Awareness Prevention Month, discusses the roles of hope and a three step approach to improving youth mental health in America. It features the work of The Jason Foundation, the Jed Foundation, and Total Brain, each a collaborator at the Center for …
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Stephen’s new column for Psychology Today, “Kind Kids,” features the work of Riley’s Way Foundation and its “Call for Kindness Contest.”
Stephen’s New Year’s column, “The Case for Kindness,” discusses kindness as a favorable youth outcome beneficial for those giving and receiving.