The internet can be a great tool for young people. It can provide a way to keep in touch with friends, relax, do schoolwork, find support for mental health problems, and express themselves. Because young people are online so much of the time, they need to know how to use the internet safely, behave respectfully…
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Teen dating violence includes physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, harassment, or stalking of an adolescent within the context of a past or present romantic relationship. One in three teens will experience teen dating violence before they become adults.1 Teen dating violence is a risk factor for substance use,…
Why do healthy friendships matter? Healthy, positive friendships provide youth with companionship, support, and a sense of belonging. Through healthy friendships, young people can build positive social skills, learn to develop their own unique identity, and become motivated to engage in academics and extracurricular activities. Healthy friendships can encourage or reinforce healthy behavior and often…
What is sports betting? On January 1st, 2023, sports betting became legal in Ohio for people aged 21 or older. Sports betting is a “game of chance in which a player attempts to predict results in a sporting event and places a wager on the outcome.” Many different forms of sports betting are now legal…
