The One Constant in Life is Change

by Barbara J Green PhD | Nov 3, 2022 | Youth Health Connection

We learn life’s lessons one moment at a time and learn to live in the moment, one moment at a time. Covid has certainly taught us many things, including the need to be mentally and emotionally agile as unexpected change and uncertainty became the normative driving...

Summer time: And the living ain’t always easy!

by Barbara J Green PhD | Jun 24, 2022 | Youth Health Connection

We have navigated “Celebration Season” and can now turn our attention to months of July and August. This summer represents the first time in three years that we can live life a bit outside the “Covid Bubble”. With that, it may be that we have greater expectations than...

CYBER SAFETY

by Barbara J Green PhD | Jun 23, 2022 | Youth Health Connection

Youth Health Connection is devoting this June 2022 issue of our newsletter to Digital Well Being: Teaching Youth and Parents and Keeping Youth Safe. We know that electronics have become ubiquitous in our daily lives. We live in a digital world. Our lives are...

College Admissions. Pandemic. School Safety. Students Say They Are Stressed Out.

by Barbara J Green PhD | Mar 4, 2022 | Youth Health Connection

The Patriot Ledger, February 14, 2022 Alexandra Weliever Applying to colleges, trying to ace Advanced Placement classes, leading sports teams and clubs and finding time to hang with friends before moving to campuses far away. Those are some of the challenges high...

Bring Light into the Darkness

by Barbara J Green PhD | Dec 14, 2021 | Youth Health Connection

We are in the darkest time of year. I am struck by how often I hear comments lamenting about the shortened days and the feelings so many get as darkness descends. Yes, it is true that we thrive with sunshine and natural Vitamin D. But, I do think it is possible to...

Gratitude: A Transformative Lens

by Barbara J Green PhD | Nov 16, 2021 | Youth Health Connection

The ancient Roman philosopher, Cicero, wrote,”Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others.” As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I want to focus our attention on Gratitude, its benefits, and how we can engage in a “Gratitude...