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About Half of Grade 12 Students Admit to Drinking in Excess, Driving Intoxicated

Authors of the Cross Canada Report on student alcohol and drug use, released Monday, are sounding the alarm about the prevalence of alcohol and cannabis use among students in Grades 10-12.

No Place For Kids

The evidence presented in this (highly recommended Annie E. Casey Foundation) report makes clear that, except in cases where juvenile offenders have committed serious crimes and pose a clear and present danger to society, removing troubled and delinquent young people from their homes and families is expensive and often unnecessary-with results no better (and often far worse) on average than community-based supervision and treatment.

Time Waster

This is hard to describe but it's quite amazing.  Check it out.

National Geographic on Teenage Brains

Moody.  Impulsive.  Maddening.  Why do teenagers act the way they do?  Viewed through the eyes of evolution, their most exasperating traits may be the key to success as adults.  Excellent item!

Why Are Suicide Attempts so High Among LGB Teens?

In a review of 100 studies, a recent publication concluded that the high rates of suicidal behaviour among LGB teens was not directly related to their sexual orientation but rather the discrimination and alienation they experience from their community.  Read article.

Sesame Street's Newest Muppet is Poor and Hungry

Iconic children's show Sesame Street has introduced a new character so young people can learn about the issues of poverty and hunger.