by Becky White | Oct 23, 2026 | Articles, Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
Helping Kids Feel Safe, Seen, and Supported We’ve all heard someone say, “Kids can be mean,” or “It’s just part of growing up.” But when teasing turns into bullying, the impact can be much bigger than we realize. For a young person...
by missionwv | Jun 25, 2026 | Articles, Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
Protecting kids is harder today than it used to be, thanks in large part to technology. We pulled together a list of resources and articles to help you prepare children for the dangers they face online. Articles 10 Things Every Parent With a Connected Kid Needs to...
by missionwv | Jun 24, 2026 | Articles, Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
Eating Disorder Awareness Week takes place February 26th-March 3rd. And it is a crucial time to shed light on a topic that often remains in the shadows. Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that can have devastating effects on individuals and their...
by missionwv | Jun 18, 2026 | Articles, Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
Does your child seem unusually sad, irritable or quiet lately? Such changes in mood could be due to a temporary stress in life. But how do you know if it’s something more? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of children with...
by missionwv | Jun 18, 2026 | Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
The tools on this webpage were created to teach skills that can help children and youth cope with some of the challenges associated with the pandemic, like: Changes in their routines Breaks in continuity of learning Breaks in continuity of health care Missed...
by missionwv | Jun 18, 2026 | Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
Developmental Milestones This is a time of many physical, mental, emotional, and social changes. Hormones change as puberty begins. Most boys grow facial and pubic hair and their voices deepen. Most girls grow pubic hair and breasts, and start their period. They might...
