By Marybeth Bock --- Chances are you’ve heard there’s an ongoing opioid epidemic currently happening in the United States. What exactly does this mean, and is there the possibility that you as a teenager could be addicted, or might become addicted in the future? Opioids are a type of medication ...
By Alison Stanton --- Every month, Teen Strong features one or two community programs and/or organizations that are making a difference in the lives of teenagers. Since January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and January 11 is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, we wanted to feature StreetLightUSA ...
By M Katie Helle, CPA – With most employers offering direct deposit, people rarely look at their pay stub to understand where the money came from in their bank account. It’s important to do a quick review to understand where your hard-earned money is going before it gets to you. ...
By Jackie James --- Rachel*, at age 17, had been a product of foster homes for much of her life, at which time she was enrolled in Jewish Family and Children’s Service for help. She had been hospitalized, and her lack of a stable home resulted in her inability to ...
By Nikki Kontz --- This holiday season, being present, instead of giving presents, could be the best gift you give yourself and others. During the weeks leading up to schools’ holiday breaks, calls typically increase on our crisis hotline. Our callers are teens, who simply need a listening ear to ...