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NYC parents
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

AAP Pushes Back On HHS Guidelines for Pediatric Gender Dysphoria

The HHS report raises concerns about the efficacy of gender-affirming care for children, contradicting established medical consensus.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

We Might Teach Young People to Affirm Life, Not Just Cope

The youth today struggle with productivity ideals that stifle joy and creativity.
Gilles Deleuze's philosophy proposes changing passive emotional states into active desires.
Promoting educational environments based on joy, rather than compliance, is essential.
#suicide-prevention
US news
fromWashington Post
5 months ago

School stood by as bullies drove a 12-year-old to attempt suicide, lawsuit alleges

Bullying can lead to severe mental health consequences, including suicide attempts and lasting damage.
There is a growing crisis of youth mental health, particularly among children of color.
Societal desensitization towards bullying requires urgent accountability and action.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Opinion: Palo Alto's Caltrain is a gun running through the city'

The article highlights the critical issue of suicides among students near Caltrain and the need for preventive measures.
US news
fromWashington Post
5 months ago

School stood by as bullies drove a 12-year-old to attempt suicide, lawsuit alleges

Bullying can lead to severe mental health consequences, including suicide attempts and lasting damage.
There is a growing crisis of youth mental health, particularly among children of color.
Societal desensitization towards bullying requires urgent accountability and action.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
Mental health

Opinion: Palo Alto's Caltrain is a gun running through the city'

The article highlights the critical issue of suicides among students near Caltrain and the need for preventive measures.
more#suicide-prevention
#online-safety
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Brianna Ghey's mother criticises government over online safety

Esther Ghey emphasizes urgent action needed for online safety to protect young lives.
Online Safety Bill discussions concerning trade could endanger youth safety.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Sex, Tech, and Masculinity

The Netflix series 'Adolescence' highlights the struggles boys face, emphasizing the role of sexual shame and societal factors in their mental health crisis.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Brianna Ghey's mother criticises government over online safety

Esther Ghey emphasizes urgent action needed for online safety to protect young lives.
Online Safety Bill discussions concerning trade could endanger youth safety.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Sex, Tech, and Masculinity

The Netflix series 'Adolescence' highlights the struggles boys face, emphasizing the role of sexual shame and societal factors in their mental health crisis.
more#online-safety
#screen-time
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago
Parenting

New Study Offers A Surprising Take On Middle Schoolers & Smartphones

Smartphone ownership among older kids may enhance well-being, countering fears of negative impacts.
A survey indicates children with smartphones report less depression and anxiety.
fromThe Walrus
8 months ago
Mental health

The Walrus Talks at Home: Teens and Screens | The Walrus

Youth mental health issues linked to social media and tech use are under scrutiny, sparking critical discussions on impacts of screen time.
Parenting
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

New Study Offers A Surprising Take On Middle Schoolers & Smartphones

Smartphone ownership among older kids may enhance well-being, countering fears of negative impacts.
A survey indicates children with smartphones report less depression and anxiety.
fromThe Walrus
8 months ago
Mental health

The Walrus Talks at Home: Teens and Screens | The Walrus

Youth mental health issues linked to social media and tech use are under scrutiny, sparking critical discussions on impacts of screen time.
more#screen-time
#community-support
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

LGBTQ+ youth are 'discriminated against' in all 50 states - but some regions are worse

LGBTQ+ youth face significant mental health challenges and discrimination across the U.S., with regional differences impacting their well-being.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Ways Communities Can Support Youth Post-Disaster

Community-initiated recovery activities enhance resilience in disaster aftermath.
School mental health screenings can identify youth needing help post-disaster.
Cultural expressions of distress should be included in mental health assessments.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

LGBTQ+ youth are 'discriminated against' in all 50 states - but some regions are worse

LGBTQ+ youth face significant mental health challenges and discrimination across the U.S., with regional differences impacting their well-being.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Ways Communities Can Support Youth Post-Disaster

Community-initiated recovery activities enhance resilience in disaster aftermath.
School mental health screenings can identify youth needing help post-disaster.
Cultural expressions of distress should be included in mental health assessments.
more#community-support
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago
Germany politics

What are the rules in Germany on students having phones at school?

Stricter smartphone regulations for children in German schools are being proposed by the education minister citing mental health concerns.
Current rules regarding smartphone use in German schools vary significantly by state with no federal regulations in place.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Op-Ed | 2024: A record year of delivering for New Yorkers | amNewYork

New York City's safety improved with crime down and initiatives for youth mental health support, while also focusing on affordability for working-class New Yorkers.
Medicine
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

U.K. Bans Puberty Blockers for Teens Indefinitely

The UK is indefinitely banning puberty blockers for under-18s with gender dysphoria, except in clinical trials, due to safety concerns.
Health
fromAdvocate.com
4 months ago

Why LGBTQ+ youth have high rate of mental health struggles and how to address them

LGBTQ+ young people face significant mental health challenges compared to their straight and cisgender peers, including discrimination and lack of parental support.
Social media marketing
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

The story behind Australia's social media ban for kids - and how it started with a politician's wife

Australia implements social media ban for under-16s amid concerns over mental health effects.
Public support is high, reflecting widespread concerns over youth social media use.
fromTNW | Ecosystems
8 months ago
Digital life

New Barbie dumbphone could cleave tweens from their screens

The Barbie flip-phone encourages a digital detox, serving as an alternative to smartphones.
It promotes nostalgia while minimizing screen time and social media exposure.
fromFortune Europe
8 months ago
EU data protection

Britain's teenagers are the unhappiest in Europe, and experts are alarmed about the worsening Gen Z mental health crisis

British 15-year-olds are experiencing a significant decline in life satisfaction, leading to a 'happiness recession'.
Mental health issues among the youth are impacting their school engagement and overall happiness.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
11 months ago
New York City

Thousands of Brooklyn teens sign up for free tele-mental health therapy

6,800 teens signed up for NYC Teenspace mental health therapy program. Brooklyn leads in signups. City tackles mental health and social media issues among youths.
fromAxios
11 months ago
Business

Gen Z's wobbly path to the career ladder

A significant portion of 18-24 year olds had no income from wages in 2022, with youth mental health impacting workforce participation and mismatched job skills for degree holders.
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