Brilliant: High School Training Ground
Young poet, educator and activist Malcom London performs his short stirring poem about life on the front lines of hight school. He tells of the "oceans of adolescence" who came to school "but never learn to swim," of "masculinity mimicked by men who grew up with no fathers."
Beautiful, lyrical, chilling, chilling.
New Research Finds Evidence of 'Suicide Contagion' Among Canadian Teens
Teenagers who had a classmate die by suicide are significantly more likely to think about or attempt suicide themselves over the following two years, according to a new study. The idea that being exposed to a suicide can spur suicidal thoughts or actions is not a new one; it's called "suicide contagion." But until now, researchers didn't have evidence that it affected Canadian teens. For this new study, published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, researchers looked at Statistics Canada data on more than 22 000 teens aged 12-17 years from across the country.
Read More.
The Audacious Plan to End Hunger with a 3-D Printed Food
Imagine a day when every kitchen has a 3D printer, and the earth's 12 billion people feed themselves customized, nutritionally appropriate meals synthesized one layer at a time, from cartridges of powder and oils they buy at the corner grocery store.
For More.
Watch a True Story of a Bullied Teen
Shania, a former varsity cheerleader, talks about the time she was afraid to go to school. Her story shows how reaching out for help and talking to a trusted adult can lighten up depression.
Watch Video
New Report from Pew
One in four teenagers uses Twitter, Teens are sharing more information about themselves on social media sites than they have in the past, but they are also taking a variety of technical and non-technical steps to manage the privacy of that information.
Read More.
Driving Our Kids to Unhealthy Habits
The 2013 Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth, released last week, reports that many Canadian Children and youth are driven to and from destinations.
For More.
Get Your Kids Binoculars
And get out of the way! Interesting website!
Something somewhere is waiting to be known...
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Monday, May 20, 2013
National Banks's One for Youth Program to Give $1M to Canadian Youth in 2013
Organizations can receive up to $25,000 through this initiative, which focuses on supporting the well-being, health and education needs of Canadian youth across the country. Throughout 2013, National Bank will grant a total of $1 Million to selected youth programs.
Child Poverty Rampant in Canadian Cities
The story of child poverty in Canada is very much an urban story. One out of every 10 children living in urban areas was poor in 2010, compared to one in 20 children living in non-urban areas.
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ADHD Drugs Suspected of Hurting Canadian Kids
Strokes. Convulsions. Hallucinations. Depression. Suicide. All serious side effects suffered by Canadian children as young as 6 taking drugs that treat ADHD. All side effects doctors aren't required to report.
Quadruplets
Newborn quadruplets think their dad is hilarious...Love their feeding table. Watch
Elderly Ottawa Couple Unrelenting In Mission to Help Poor Children
Fred Cappuccino is 87. His wife Bonnie is 78. The pair, who founded Child Haven International in 1985, established nine homes (six in India and one each of three other countries) and one training centre for women in Ghaziabad, near Delhi.
Canadian Couples With Kids More Likely To "Cheat"
Canadians in relationships who also have children at home are almost twice as likely as those without to have "cheated" on their spouse/partner/significant other by streaming a TV program(s) before/ without them, according to a recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive.
Lullaby
Man Sings Puppies to Sleep
Curb Junk Food Ads Aimed at Children, Group Says
Current generation may live shorter, less healthy lives as a result poor diets. Canadian children under 13 shouldn't be exposed to marketing of unhealthy foods and beverages, a coalition of medical groups says.
Organizations can receive up to $25,000 through this initiative, which focuses on supporting the well-being, health and education needs of Canadian youth across the country. Throughout 2013, National Bank will grant a total of $1 Million to selected youth programs.
Child Poverty Rampant in Canadian Cities
The story of child poverty in Canada is very much an urban story. One out of every 10 children living in urban areas was poor in 2010, compared to one in 20 children living in non-urban areas.
Read More:
ADHD Drugs Suspected of Hurting Canadian Kids
Strokes. Convulsions. Hallucinations. Depression. Suicide. All serious side effects suffered by Canadian children as young as 6 taking drugs that treat ADHD. All side effects doctors aren't required to report.
Quadruplets
Newborn quadruplets think their dad is hilarious...Love their feeding table. Watch
Elderly Ottawa Couple Unrelenting In Mission to Help Poor Children
Fred Cappuccino is 87. His wife Bonnie is 78. The pair, who founded Child Haven International in 1985, established nine homes (six in India and one each of three other countries) and one training centre for women in Ghaziabad, near Delhi.
Canadian Couples With Kids More Likely To "Cheat"
Canadians in relationships who also have children at home are almost twice as likely as those without to have "cheated" on their spouse/partner/significant other by streaming a TV program(s) before/ without them, according to a recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive.
Lullaby
Man Sings Puppies to Sleep
Curb Junk Food Ads Aimed at Children, Group Says
Current generation may live shorter, less healthy lives as a result poor diets. Canadian children under 13 shouldn't be exposed to marketing of unhealthy foods and beverages, a coalition of medical groups says.
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
TEDxWaterloo
Alicia Raimundo has been a mental health advocate since she was 13. She knows she came perilously close to being part of Canada's grim suicide statistics. Ten years later, she spends her days finishing her undergrad degree in psychology, while volunteering at half a dozen mental health related causes.
She nails it!
Children React to New Food
In slow motion
Research Finds Opportunity in Health Care System to Reach Out to Youth Contemplating Suicide
More than 80% of youth who die by suicide had some form of contact with the health care system in the year before their death, according to a new study from St. Michael's Hospital. Read More.
Screen-addicted Children May Have Newest Mental Illness
Children addicted to using electronic devices 24/7 will be diagnosed with a serious mental illness if a new addiction, included as "internet-use disorder" in a worldwide psychiatric manual, is confirmed by further research.
Only For Children
A revolutionary anti-abuse ad with a hidden message only children can see!
Churchgoing Helps Youth Battle Depression, Says New Study
A little religion could go a long way in helping adolescents cope with depression, according to a new groundbreaking Canadian study.
Early Child Education: The Economic Case for Investment
Investment in early education for disadvantaged children is one policy decision for which a moral argument can be made. Another perspective comes from economists such as James Heckman, who focus on how such investments can increase equity and are good for the overall economy.
11 Year Old Boys Play Heavy Metal Music
In NYC
Alicia Raimundo has been a mental health advocate since she was 13. She knows she came perilously close to being part of Canada's grim suicide statistics. Ten years later, she spends her days finishing her undergrad degree in psychology, while volunteering at half a dozen mental health related causes.
She nails it!
Children React to New Food
In slow motion
Research Finds Opportunity in Health Care System to Reach Out to Youth Contemplating Suicide
More than 80% of youth who die by suicide had some form of contact with the health care system in the year before their death, according to a new study from St. Michael's Hospital. Read More.
Screen-addicted Children May Have Newest Mental Illness
Children addicted to using electronic devices 24/7 will be diagnosed with a serious mental illness if a new addiction, included as "internet-use disorder" in a worldwide psychiatric manual, is confirmed by further research.
Only For Children
A revolutionary anti-abuse ad with a hidden message only children can see!
Churchgoing Helps Youth Battle Depression, Says New Study
A little religion could go a long way in helping adolescents cope with depression, according to a new groundbreaking Canadian study.
Early Child Education: The Economic Case for Investment
Investment in early education for disadvantaged children is one policy decision for which a moral argument can be made. Another perspective comes from economists such as James Heckman, who focus on how such investments can increase equity and are good for the overall economy.
11 Year Old Boys Play Heavy Metal Music
In NYC
Monday, May 6, 2013
A Great Teacher (1)
Rita Pierson, a teacher for 40 years, once heard a colleague say, "They don't pay me to like the kids." Her response" "Kids don't learn from people they don't like." Seven minutes of joy.
Flash Forward - Covenant House Commercial
How Canada's largest homeless youth shelter helps street kids see their future. While at the YouTube site you might want to check David from Sleeping in the Park.
Coming Out | This Is Who I Am
I am gay. Here is my story.
Dear Mother
A young Ottawa's man's gift to his mother.
A Great Teacher (2)
A whirlwind of energy and ideas, Stephen Ritz is a teacher in New York's tough South Bronx, where he and his kids grow lush gardens for food, greenery - and jobs, Energy plus!
Let's Hear it Mom
Young man returning from war in Iraq with an amazing story and quite the voice. Inspirational.
5 Year Old Boy Inducted into Mensa
Gus Dorman has been inducted into the world's permanent smart club Mensa after scoring a very impressive 147 on a recent Q test.
Canada Ranks Poorly in Survey of the State of Parent/Teen Bonds
In a World Health Organization (WHO) ranking of developed countries, Canada ranks near the bottom - about 31 out of 38 - in the quality of the bond between teenagers and their parents. Full Story.
Gay Sex
An in-depth slightly irreverent study with seniors. Watch Video.
Little Filipino Boy
Quite the voice...
Rita Pierson, a teacher for 40 years, once heard a colleague say, "They don't pay me to like the kids." Her response" "Kids don't learn from people they don't like." Seven minutes of joy.
Flash Forward - Covenant House Commercial
How Canada's largest homeless youth shelter helps street kids see their future. While at the YouTube site you might want to check David from Sleeping in the Park.
Coming Out | This Is Who I Am
I am gay. Here is my story.
Dear Mother
A young Ottawa's man's gift to his mother.
A Great Teacher (2)
A whirlwind of energy and ideas, Stephen Ritz is a teacher in New York's tough South Bronx, where he and his kids grow lush gardens for food, greenery - and jobs, Energy plus!
Let's Hear it Mom
Young man returning from war in Iraq with an amazing story and quite the voice. Inspirational.
5 Year Old Boy Inducted into Mensa
Gus Dorman has been inducted into the world's permanent smart club Mensa after scoring a very impressive 147 on a recent Q test.
Canada Ranks Poorly in Survey of the State of Parent/Teen Bonds
In a World Health Organization (WHO) ranking of developed countries, Canada ranks near the bottom - about 31 out of 38 - in the quality of the bond between teenagers and their parents. Full Story.
Gay Sex
An in-depth slightly irreverent study with seniors. Watch Video.
Little Filipino Boy
Quite the voice...
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