Risk and Protective Factors

Risk and Protective Factors – Regardless of circumstances, all teens are subject to both risk and protective factors. This video offers an overview of some common factors, and how they ma…

Teens with unfriendly parents may turn to sex
… non-consensual sex and other risky practices such as smoking, alcohol and narcotic drug use to be routine,” said Sahay, adding that programmes need to focus on responsible parent-adolescent communication and involve counselling of parents as well.
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New focus on freshmen and life skills sets Lake Shore apart
“It's fantastic,” said Vincent Rinaldo, chairman of the department of middle and adolescent education at Niagara University. Speaking of today's adults, Rinaldo … another addresses teen stresses. Addictions including drug and alcohol abuse are discussed.
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Province focusing on youth mental health, addictions
"Parents are very concerned about the mental health of their children and also their alcohol and drug use, and welcome any information that could assist them to help their children make good choices," said Ms. Dow. More said the province will use …
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