MSU Extension 4-H Healthy Youth

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  Growing gratitude with youth

  Published on January 18, 2024
  Youth can begin practicing gratitude through a variety of age-appropriate activities.

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  Want to live a healthier, more successful life? Play more!

  Published on December 22, 2023
  Play is more than just fun. It’s essential to overall wellbeing across the lifespan.

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  Seasonal Affective Disorder in young adults

  Published on December 14, 2023
  Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is not only diagnosed in older adults. It can affect young adults starting at age 18.

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  MSU Extension and Michigan 4-H awarded $350,000 to support youth mental health and wellbeing in communities across Michigan

  Published on December 13, 2023
  Funding provided by the Michigan Community Service Commission will help to launch the Michigan 4-H HealthCorps AmeriCorps program.

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  Managing your child’s foreign language anxiety for test-taking

  Published on December 13, 2023
  Strategies for helping your child prepare for and feel more confident taking exams.

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  Relationship wellness: Part 2

  Published on December 11, 2023
  The green flags for healthy teen relationships.

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  Relationship wellness: Part 1

  Published on December 7, 2023
  The red flags of unhealthy teen relationships.

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  Healthy Halloween alternatives

  Published on October 25, 2023
  Use the Halloween holiday as an opportunity to make healthy treat choices for yourself and your children as you teach them about moderation and setting limits.

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  Helping teens develop positive friendships

  Published on October 19, 2023
  Parents can help teens understand the values and skills that will help them form positive relationships.

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  How to approach your child dealing with suicidal thoughts

  Published on September 22, 2023
  Talking about youth suicide is the first step in saving a life.