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How to talk to teens about dealing with online predators
Use this script to kick off a conversation with your kid.
Kidsburgh Mental Health Guide: How can your school help you and your kids?
Schools have a wide range of resources available to help kids and their families with mental health.
Kidsburgh Mental Health Guide: What do we mean when we talk about kids’ mental health?
There is plenty of information and support now available to help families cultivate the best possible mental health.
Kidsburgh Mental Health Guide: What are warning signs of mental health difficulties in kids?
If heightened emotions seem to get in the way of their daily life, or a child seems very frequently angry or sad, it’s important to investigate further.
Kidsburgh Mental Health Guide: Where parents can access community services
Fortunately, there are many good — and in many cases free — sources of mental health support in Pittsburgh.
There’s hope for postpartum depression with new drug from Magee-Womens Hospital
“This medication has a rapid onset, with most patients reporting effects within 24 hours after completing the infusion.”
Math quiz: Could grassroots innovation + pandemic-fueled change = true transformation?
At this malleable moment, we can scale up progress for all learners.
How to help kids learn — and feel loved — during this challenging school year
The “So Now What?” webinar series wraps up with a range of great learning resources for families.
P.R.I.D.E. Program launches season 2 of ‘In My Skin’ podcast
“The podcast tells stories that are relatable from a parent perspective—as well as an educator perspective.”
Want help with family stress and anxiety? Take this mental health first-aid class.
A virtual first aid kit, the course gives users tips for identifying depression, anxiety and other mental conditions.
‘So Now What?’ webinar: How to partner with your kid’s teachers
Learning Heroes gives 5 tips on how parents can be the best partner possible in their child’s school year.
Pittsburgh mom’s essential deliveries effort leads to ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’
“Ray Nell offers something that may be even more needed during times of hardship: compassion, support without judgment and a soft landing spot.”
Black Girls Equity Alliance reports shocking biases in Allegheny County
One of the key findings is that black girls are ten times more likely than white girls to be referred to juvenile justice.
Dragon’s Den builds kids’ confidence and focus through rope course in former church
The rope course can be navigated in different ways, depending on the level of challenge that the kids choose.
Celebrate Black Girls Equity Month with Gwen’s Girls and the #seethebestinme campaign
“We believe in Black girls’ strength, resiliency and leadership skills when nurtured.”
Dr. G: How to support your kid’s mental health during back-to-school transition
Kids need to be with other kids, not just for fun, but for biological and developmental reasons.
This webinar series offers tips on how to manage back-to-school
Learn from the country’s leading experts in education and childhood development.
6 ways to support kids’ mental health right now
As the pandemic pushes kids’ lives even more online, their mental health depends on parental support — and a lot less anti-tech talk.
From toddlers to teens: How to help your kids get a good night’s sleep
“Sleep is like a bank account — you only have so much to withdraw.”
What you should know about cyberbullying: It’s on the rise amid the pandemic.
Kids are almost always one step ahead of their parents in terms of technology.