Watch This TED talk go viral.... Andrew Solomon: Love, No Matter What
What is it like to raise a child who's different from you in some fundamental way (like a prodigy, or a differently abled kid, or a criminal)? In this quietly moving talk, writer Andrew Solomon shares what he learned from talking to dozens of parents - asking them: What's the line between unconditional love and unconditional acceptance? Watch this for a minute and you won't dare switch it off.
The Challenges of Conducting Surveys of Youth
The short answer is: because surveying children under 18 is expensive and complicated. But for those interested in the slightly longer answer, keep reading.
Read more from Pew
A Shocking Half of Canadian First Nations Kids Live in Poverty: Study.
Half of Canada's First Nations children are living in poverty, triple the national average, according to a new analysis of census statistics that pegs the cost of easing the problem at $580 million a year. The study by Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives released Wednesday also a grim picture of Metis, Inuit and non-status Indian children, as well as of children of immigrants and visible minorities.
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Teens Pick Up Numerous Unhealthy Habits in High School
Kids enter Grade 9 living a fairly healthy lifestyle but by graduation they pick up enough bad habits to be at a significantly higher risk for chronic diseases, a University of Waterloo study has found. Smoking, marijuana use, binge drinking and physical inactivity skyrocket over the four years of high school.
Read More.
Global Alliance To Fight Child Sex Abuse Online Merely 'Symbolic'
A splashy news conference last week touted Canada's membership in a global alliance against child sex abuse, but an internal document says the move was merely 'symbolic' and places no obligations on the federal government.
Read More
Chinese Woman Opposed to One-Child Policy Given Asylum in Canada - Despite Having No Children
The Federal Court has upheld a decision to grant refugee status to a Chinese woman simply because she opposes her country's on-child policy and its harsh enforcement. Yanxia Ye's deep-seated anxiety about being made to wear an intra-uterine device (IUD) and undergo regular pregnancy tests - coupled with her desire to have a large family - was well-founded and qualified as persecution, the court confirmed in a recent decision.
Read More
Something somewhere is waiting to be known...
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Rehtaeh Parsons
In the months before she committed suicide, 17-year old Rehtaeh Parsons could have turned to a variety of programs aimed at trouble youth, but she often remained out of the reach of those who could help her, a new report says. It's a good, and thankfully short report.
Read Here.
Laughing Tram Man
Can you keep a straight face? Scroll to bottom of page for short video. It might just make your day.
Eight in Ten (79%) Canadians Believe Childhood Obesity is a "Major Health Problem"
A new study conducted by Ipsos Reid reveals that a strong majority of Canadians believe that obesity is one of the most prominent problems facing the country's younger demographic, yet few parents believe that their own child(ren) are overweight.
Read Here.
Montreal Conference: Neglecting Youth With Mental Illness Costs Billions, Expert Says
Neglecting mental health problems in young people costs Australia $30 billion a year and Canada is not far behind, a world expert in mental health services for youth says.
Read More
Mental Health and Bullying
Attending the funerals of his students who died by suicide was always the toughest part of the job for David Thomas. In the span of just three months, there was a teen girl who was a promising athlete and was teased for coming to terms with her own sexuality, a Grade 12 boy who was an assistant night manager at a fast-food restaurant; and a Grade 11 girl who struggled to fit in.
Full Article
Canadian Coroners to Examine Link Between Sexual Orientation and Suicide
Dr. Dirk Huyer, regional supervising coroner for the Guelph branch of the Office of the Chief Coroner and chair of the Pediatric Death Review Committee says that since queer and trans youth are at greater risk of self-harm, coroners should evaluate whether issues regarding their sexual orientation or gender identity play a part in their actions.
Full Article
Aboriginal Youth Ahead of National Aboriginal Day on Friday June 21st.
For decades, the rate of suicide among Aboriginal Canadians has been several times higher than among the non-Aboriginal Canadian population - and rising dramatically. One study showed that in many Northern Ontario communities the rate had risen 400% in 10 years.
More from Kids Help Phone.
Superformula to fight Child Cancer
The first step in the fight against cancer is believing in the cure. But the chemotherapy treatment is difficult, especially for a child.
Watch.
In the months before she committed suicide, 17-year old Rehtaeh Parsons could have turned to a variety of programs aimed at trouble youth, but she often remained out of the reach of those who could help her, a new report says. It's a good, and thankfully short report.
Read Here.
Laughing Tram Man
Can you keep a straight face? Scroll to bottom of page for short video. It might just make your day.
Eight in Ten (79%) Canadians Believe Childhood Obesity is a "Major Health Problem"
A new study conducted by Ipsos Reid reveals that a strong majority of Canadians believe that obesity is one of the most prominent problems facing the country's younger demographic, yet few parents believe that their own child(ren) are overweight.
Read Here.
Montreal Conference: Neglecting Youth With Mental Illness Costs Billions, Expert Says
Neglecting mental health problems in young people costs Australia $30 billion a year and Canada is not far behind, a world expert in mental health services for youth says.
Read More
Mental Health and Bullying
Attending the funerals of his students who died by suicide was always the toughest part of the job for David Thomas. In the span of just three months, there was a teen girl who was a promising athlete and was teased for coming to terms with her own sexuality, a Grade 12 boy who was an assistant night manager at a fast-food restaurant; and a Grade 11 girl who struggled to fit in.
Full Article
Canadian Coroners to Examine Link Between Sexual Orientation and Suicide
Dr. Dirk Huyer, regional supervising coroner for the Guelph branch of the Office of the Chief Coroner and chair of the Pediatric Death Review Committee says that since queer and trans youth are at greater risk of self-harm, coroners should evaluate whether issues regarding their sexual orientation or gender identity play a part in their actions.
Full Article
Aboriginal Youth Ahead of National Aboriginal Day on Friday June 21st.
For decades, the rate of suicide among Aboriginal Canadians has been several times higher than among the non-Aboriginal Canadian population - and rising dramatically. One study showed that in many Northern Ontario communities the rate had risen 400% in 10 years.
More from Kids Help Phone.
Superformula to fight Child Cancer
The first step in the fight against cancer is believing in the cure. But the chemotherapy treatment is difficult, especially for a child.
Watch.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
With A Piece of Chalk
We have promoted this more than once... It's one of the better videos on Youtube!
More.
Another Mr. Roger's Mash Up
Hot on the wheels of last years's wildly successful "Garden Of YOur Mind" auto tune featuring Mr. Rogers, PBS serves up another and it is both clever and charming. The late sweater-wearing children's host performs "There's So Much In This World We Can Learn, No Matter How Young Or How Old We Are... We Can Sing Together."
UK Youth Organization Promotional Video
Imagine if North American groups would focus more on membership than membership criteria!
Super Promotional Video.
When There Is A Correct Answer Exercise in Creative Thinking
The answers you get depend on the sorts of questions you ask. Lovely, simple example with 3rd graders.
Watch!
Tedx Youth - Victoria Youth Engagements in Politics
After recently hearing a politician claim that youth no longer care about politics, Jacob Helliwell became concerned. His experience has been the opposite. While it is true that youth are less likely to vote and are less likely to be members of political parties, Jacob take the unorthodox view that youth are not indifferent, their engagement is just different.
Watch.
Crack Babies Don't Necessarily Turn into Troubled Teens
Exposure to crack cocaine in the womb does not increase the risk of later criminal behaviour or school drop out - although the drug may have some lasting effects on behaviour and development, according to new review of the research.
Read More.
Prosecutor May Put Facebook Staff Under Investigation After Girls Suicide Over Online "bullying"
The prosecution has launched an investigation into how Facebook allowed the publication of insults and bullying post aimed at a teenager, who later leapt to her death from her third floor bedroom window.
Read Item
If I Should Have a Daughter...
She got not one but two standing ovations for this brilliant talk.
Watch.
We have promoted this more than once... It's one of the better videos on Youtube!
More.
Another Mr. Roger's Mash Up
Hot on the wheels of last years's wildly successful "Garden Of YOur Mind" auto tune featuring Mr. Rogers, PBS serves up another and it is both clever and charming. The late sweater-wearing children's host performs "There's So Much In This World We Can Learn, No Matter How Young Or How Old We Are... We Can Sing Together."
UK Youth Organization Promotional Video
Imagine if North American groups would focus more on membership than membership criteria!
Super Promotional Video.
When There Is A Correct Answer Exercise in Creative Thinking
The answers you get depend on the sorts of questions you ask. Lovely, simple example with 3rd graders.
Watch!
Tedx Youth - Victoria Youth Engagements in Politics
After recently hearing a politician claim that youth no longer care about politics, Jacob Helliwell became concerned. His experience has been the opposite. While it is true that youth are less likely to vote and are less likely to be members of political parties, Jacob take the unorthodox view that youth are not indifferent, their engagement is just different.
Watch.
Crack Babies Don't Necessarily Turn into Troubled Teens
Exposure to crack cocaine in the womb does not increase the risk of later criminal behaviour or school drop out - although the drug may have some lasting effects on behaviour and development, according to new review of the research.
Read More.
Prosecutor May Put Facebook Staff Under Investigation After Girls Suicide Over Online "bullying"
The prosecution has launched an investigation into how Facebook allowed the publication of insults and bullying post aimed at a teenager, who later leapt to her death from her third floor bedroom window.
Read Item
If I Should Have a Daughter...
She got not one but two standing ovations for this brilliant talk.
Watch.
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Breaking Borders
In March 2013, Coca-Cola set out to bread down barriers and create a simple moment of connection between two nations - India and Pakistan. The initiative "Small World Machines" provided a live communications portal between people in India and Pakistan and showed that what unites us is stronger than what sets us apart.
Sign This Little Guy Up Now!
This little tot scores a brilliant goal after Chelsea's last match of the season and listen to the crowd roar!
The Problem with Porn
Technology has enabled the proliferation of pornography, making it so pervasive that it has become the main sex educator for many young people. This is a profound problem because it gives a distorted view of sexuality and human relations, predominantly involves violence against women and encourages hazardous practices.
The UN Convention Continues to move at a Snail's Pace?
After reviewing Canada's commitment to the United Nations Convention On the Rights of the Child, UNICEF, and the Provincial Office for Children & Youth of Ontario have released a plain language version of the UN committee On The Rights of The Child's Concluding Observations.
Read the Report
Father Absence in Early Childhood Linked to Depression in Adolescent Girls
New research from the Children of the 90's study at the University of Bristol shows that girls whose fathers were absent during the first five years of life were more likely to develop depressive symptoms in adolescence than girls whose fathers left when they were aged five to ten years or than boys in both ages groups 0-5 and 5-10, even after a range of factors was taken into account.
Read Here.
Thinking of Heading to London?
Beautiful time lapse video. Stunning, one of the best.
Students Challenge Shadeism
A group of students in Oshawa is trying to raise awareness about the "black on black" racial discrimination they grapple with daily.
In March 2013, Coca-Cola set out to bread down barriers and create a simple moment of connection between two nations - India and Pakistan. The initiative "Small World Machines" provided a live communications portal between people in India and Pakistan and showed that what unites us is stronger than what sets us apart.
Sign This Little Guy Up Now!
This little tot scores a brilliant goal after Chelsea's last match of the season and listen to the crowd roar!
The Problem with Porn
Technology has enabled the proliferation of pornography, making it so pervasive that it has become the main sex educator for many young people. This is a profound problem because it gives a distorted view of sexuality and human relations, predominantly involves violence against women and encourages hazardous practices.
The UN Convention Continues to move at a Snail's Pace?
After reviewing Canada's commitment to the United Nations Convention On the Rights of the Child, UNICEF, and the Provincial Office for Children & Youth of Ontario have released a plain language version of the UN committee On The Rights of The Child's Concluding Observations.
Read the Report
Father Absence in Early Childhood Linked to Depression in Adolescent Girls
New research from the Children of the 90's study at the University of Bristol shows that girls whose fathers were absent during the first five years of life were more likely to develop depressive symptoms in adolescence than girls whose fathers left when they were aged five to ten years or than boys in both ages groups 0-5 and 5-10, even after a range of factors was taken into account.
Read Here.
Thinking of Heading to London?
Beautiful time lapse video. Stunning, one of the best.
Students Challenge Shadeism
A group of students in Oshawa is trying to raise awareness about the "black on black" racial discrimination they grapple with daily.
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
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!
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!
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.
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.
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
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