Youth First

Strengthening youth and families through evidence based programs that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and maximize student success.

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

"It’s normal to begin pulling away from parents during the teen years. But it’s also important to make an effort to maintain a strong bond." https://t.co/3dmPJ1eSAn

[Evansville Otters @EvilleOtters]

Just 1 week out! 🎉

Thirsty Thursday + this 🔥 hat for the first 1,000 fans on 6/5!

Don't miss @HeritageFederal & @youthfirstinc Night at Bosse!

#Otters30th | @youthfirstmedia @HeritageFCU

[New Tech Institute HS @NTInstitute]

Please like this post to show your appreciation for our awesome Youth First, Inc. Social Worker, Miss Wagner!
We appreciate everything you do for our students!
School Social Worker Week 2025 #SSW2025 @youthfirstinc

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

Teaching teens cultural humility will help them grow up to be more compassionate, open-minded, self-aware, and respectful adults. https://t.co/iUtUdNADWe

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

How do families find balance between healthy living and interacting in the digital world? https://t.co/t9ruPRqQif

[Bosse High School @BosseHighSchool]

We are excited to invite you to our very first Haitian Parent Engagement Night organized by Youth First! 🇭🇹

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

The benefits of extracurricular activities, balancing those benefits with their drawbacks, and how parents can use these activities as a way to relate to their teens. https://t.co/NGw9eGihEm

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

“By creating downtime, parents also show their children it’s important to have a balanced and healthful life.” https://t.co/cQDs5NuZ7U

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

Research shows that teens who are accepted by their family exactly as they are have greater self-esteem, better general health, and more.

Learn more in 100 words. https://t.co/zkRaVxrKi7

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

A simple change in word choice — “I” instead of “You” — can help us avoid an argument. https://t.co/F0fzperwmG

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

Give your teen the gift of a calm attitude. https://t.co/P01JhHs0yM

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

"Our relationships with our kids — whether we make them feel they belong or provide a safe space where they can tell us things they might not be comfortable telling other people — are critical." -@ellengalinsky https://t.co/iRjmD80dhx

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

One of the keys to taking effective action is helping teens understand what’s causing the stress in the first place. https://t.co/oY7stTylzJ

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

Ten ways parents can communicate love to their tweens and teens. https://t.co/1z7OViQbnp

[EVSC @EVSC1]

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[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

When we promote Latinx teens’ independence we unlock a number of benefits in the short and long term.

Learn more. https://t.co/ygucNyAmDm

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

Be there for this #TeenTalkTuesday thought.

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

No one loves the fact that screen time often takes up time from being together as a family.

Here's how to best manage the two together. https://t.co/fceLvnd3Pf

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

Take this #TeenTalkTuesday thought as a sign to learn more about your teen.

[Center for Parent and Teen Communication @parentandteen]

Check out these seven expert tips for talking with teens. https://t.co/wh4TRbFdXT