Healthy Minds and Bodies
Being a Team Player Can Influence Drug and Alcohol Use
June 20, 2012
Middle and high school teens have many choices when it comes to extracurricular activities. Some will choose a team sport like basketball, volleyball, football, or softball, while others may choose more individual-type sports like track, golf, tennis, or swimming. Read More »
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Summertime: Fun and Healthy Ways To Keep Busy
June 13, 2012
School’s out! It’s time for ice cream, BBQs, and lazy days at the pool. And then? After a while, the long hot days of summer can quickly turn boring. And far too often, the boredom and restlessness can lead to taking risks, like drinking or experimenting with drugs. Read More »
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It's Not Just You: The Teen Years Can Be an Emotional Roller Coaster
June 06, 2012
Ever have one of those days? One minute you’re feeling great; the next, you’re knocked down by a bad grade or a fight with a friend. Read More »
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Catching Some ZZZZs: Safe Ways To Get to Sleep
May 17, 2012
Have you ever had a night when you just couldn’t fall asleep? It’s a terrible feeling. Tossing and turning, watching the minutes click closer to dawn, dreading how tired you’re going to be the next day—the more you try to sleep, the harder it gets. Read More »
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Addicted to French Fries: Is Food a Drug?
April 03, 2012
According to the American Heart Association, about one in three kids and teens in the United States is overweight or obese. Read More »
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