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2 events,Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM) is celebrated in February. The U.S. Congress declared February as TDVAM in 2010. The first TDVAM was held in 2006 after Jennifer Ann Crecente, an 18-year-old Austin resident, was killed by her teen ex-boyfriend. Young people can learn the warning signs and develop healthy relationship skills to prevent dating… Join the conversation about food, body image, and exercise issues on social media. Let’s bust myths, share our unique stories, and point people to support and resources. Family Discussion Questions: 1) Do you know what eating disorders are? 2) What is a body image and how does media affect it? 3) What can you do… |
3 events,March 1st is an annual global awareness event. Depression and self-harm often go hand-in-hand, although youth self-harm for a variety of reasons. Use this day as an opportunity to openly discuss these reasons and learn new, healthier coping mechanisms. Pass out orange ribbons and create awareness with poster campaign or speaker. Host lunch table booth… Problem Gambling Awareness Month is a nationwide grassroots campaign, held annually in March, that seeks to increase public awareness of problem gambling and promote prevention, treatment, and recovery services. There are more teen problem gamblers than adult problem gamblers. We need to learn about this issue earlier than we think! |
2 events,Today is World Teen Mental Wellness Day. This is an annual event to raise awareness about mental health issues in teenagers. We encourage you to openly talk about mental health issues to destigmatize and let each other know we are not alone. |
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2 events,Obesity is a complex issue involving many failing systems including—health, food, regulatory, governmental, and the way our world is designed—that drive rising rates of obesity worldwide. It is time for change! Today, we will raise awareness about the factors that contribute to obesity and create a healthier future for our kids. |
2 events,Since 2009, Global Day of Unplugging has been widely celebrated the first Saturday of March every year. It officially begins at sundown the night before, but schools, businesses and individuals plan tech-free gatherings in the days and weeks leading up to and following March in order to make the most of the holiday .Whether it is… |
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3 events,This week is a perfect opportunity to have a conversation with kids to keep them alcohol free. Ask, Listen, Learn’s free resources are ideal for starting and continuing conversations about alcohol and the negative effects of underage drinking and cannabis on their developing brains. For bigger kids, Mind Matters Mind Matters invites young teens to take a… Brain Awareness Week is the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. Every March, participants host imaginative activities in their communities that share the wonders of the brain, and the impact brain science has on our everyday lives. We celebrate protecting our brain from risky behavior! |
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On National Awkward Moments Day we celebrate and embrace those embarrassing or awkward moments from your past and laugh about them. Today we practice the coping skills of laughing at ourselves, taking ourselves less seriously, and realizing everyone has awkward moments! |
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4 events,The third week in March is National Inhalant and Poisons Awareness Week. This prevention week focuses on providing education, resources, and information on risks of inhalant use. Almost every home in America has items in it that can be potentially poisonous or dangerous. Being aware of these dangers is important. |
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4 events,April is Alcohol Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and understanding of alcohol abuse. Over time, excessive alcohol consumption can lead to the development of chronic diseases and other serious issues that affect your quality of life, physical and mental health. Sexual Assault Awareness Month is an opportunity to honor the resiliency and healing of survivors while highlighting this very important issue. Throughout the month, we invite you to wear teal on April 4, post social media graphics with resources, celebrate Denim Day on April 26, and use this page to learn how you can be… Thousands of people are killed and hundreds of thousands more are seriously injured in distracted driving crashes each year. During Distracted Driving Awareness Month, get free NSC resources to limit these risks and help us create safer roads for all. Stress Awareness Month has been recognized every April since 1992, Stress is unavoidable. Now more than ever, it's important to understand stress and how we can manage it. Let's learn new skills! |
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