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Building youth resilience
Young people face unique concerns including school violence, farm stress and mental health. Program staff can help youth cope with these challenges.
Research briefs
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
By Melissa Persing, Extension educator
Early traumas can change the structure and function of the brain and how a person responds to stress and disease.
Practical guides
Helping youth to cope with cancellations and loss
By Kathryn Sharpe and Karyn Santl, Extension educators
Losses can cause significant disappointment -- even feelings of grief.
Creating space for dialogue on difficult and important topics with youth
By Karyn Santl, MaryAnn Anderson and Dianna Kennedy, Extension educators
How to have open conversations about tough topics.
Reviewed in 2020