Know! To Help Kids Cope with Disasters and Tragedies

Know! To Help Kids Cope with Disasters and Tragedies

When a tragedy occurs—whether close to home or far away—kids look to the adults in their lives for support. Because they have less experience processing difficult events, children are more vulnerable to emotional stress. They may struggle to understand what’s happening, feel a loss of control, or have trouble expressing their emotions.1 That’s why it’s…

Know! to Create Healthy Sleep Habits

Know! to Create Healthy Sleep Habits

A good night’s sleep is essential for young people’s growth, development, and overall well-being. However, in today’s busy world, it can be challenging to prioritize healthy sleep habits. In fact, the CDC reports that over 75% of high school students don’t get enough sleep on school nights. Small changes can make a big difference in sleep quality…

Know! To Discuss Fear and Hate in the News

Know! To Discuss Fear and Hate in the News

Recently, unfounded claims that Haitian immigrants were stealing and eating pets have been reported by both Ohio and national news outlets. Regrettably, these unfounded claims became a point of discussion during the September 10th presidential debate. As a result, residents of Springfield, Ohio, have been inundated with threats of violence, security concerns, and hateful flyers…

Know! To Help Young People Manage Election Stress

Know! To Help Young People Manage Election Stress

It’s no secret that politics and elections are stressful for many Americans. More than two-thirds of registered voters in the United States say politics is a “source of stress” for them.1 Young people, even those who aren’t eligible to vote, are not excluded from feeling stressed about politics. Almost half of young Americans report that…

Know! To Help Young People Heal from Collective Grief

Know! To Help Young People Heal from Collective Grief

Collective grief occurs when a community or society experiences extreme change or loss. We often experience collective grief after mass tragedies, crises, and violence. Like individual grief, we may feel a lack of control or powerless to prevent the loss or change. During an ongoing crisis, we might also experience anticipatory grief – mourning and…

Know! to Support Positive Identity Formation

Know! to Support Positive Identity Formation

Identity development is a key aspect of adolescence. Young people are particularly conscious of their personal identities and changes to their identities. Dimensions of identity include race, gender, family, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, and faith. In the process of developing their identities, young people may begin questioning values, setting personal goals, and experimenting with various…

Know! that Body Image Matters

Know! that Body Image Matters

Summer is in full swing, and with summer comes messaging about appearance and being “beach body” ready. For young people and adults alike, this kind of messaging can be harmful and lead to unhealthy body image. Body image is a person’s “thoughts, perceptions, and attitudes about their physical appearance.”1 Healthy body image is seeing your body…

Know! Strategies for a Substance-Free Summer

Know! Strategies for a Substance-Free Summer

Summer is a time for many young people to take a break from the stress of school, enjoy their increased freedom, and have some fun. More free time and less adult supervision can make summertime particularly exciting for young people, and it’s important to encourage them to have fun during the school break. Unfortunately, the…