Since I was 11 years old, I have struggled with mental health; I was bullied to the point where I had to move schools. I went through mental health and social problems all throughout middle and high school, but I did not let anything hold me back. I did not let fear stop me from succeeding in life. I am now 20 and about to graduate with bachelor’s in psychology, and I can tell you that using your resources is helpful. As I have gotten older, I have found ways to use my resources and gained the strength to fight against the stigma of mental health. May is mental health awareness month, so I have found some tips on how using your resources fights the stigma.

~Laurel Zwick

In this heartfelt blog post, Drezdan Ginder, senior at Carroll HS, shares her thoughts and encouragement to the class of 2020.

It’s hard to believe in good things.  It’s hard to be hopeful.  It’s often hard to do the right thing.  But it is in those moments, in those situations, in staring down times when it would be easy to fall into the trap of hatred and negativity and you don’t, that you grow.  And in that growth lies fulfilment, true happiness, and the method to make yourself stronger.  

Our favorite moments of respect, sportsmanship, and leadership from the World Cup.

In this blog entry, the RespectTeam gives you insight into why conflict happens with your teenager and how to resolve it effectively.

We heard your requests, Parents, and here it is! A wonderful and simple Technology Contract to use with your tweens and teens.

Fear seems to stop so many people from taking chances in life. This piece was written to encourage us to step out and jump in, try something new, take a chance...and experience life to the fullest.

Leadership is needed in our youth, but it’s not always taught. It’s expected, but it’s not
always cultivated. This post will give you steps to help the teens in your life to step up as leaders in their home, their school, and their community.

Brittany King shares with attendees at Carroll High School's Parent University Empowerment Session about how to teach your teens to have a healthy relationship with Social Media.

Amy shares with attendees at Carroll High School's Parent University Empowerment Session about how to teach your Teens to recognize the red flags in Relationships and Social Media.

This entry will leave you with a better understanding of the battle that happens for people who struggle with an eating disorder.

In a time when our nation's youth are realizing how powerful their voices can be, Drezdan Ginder reminds us that we need to use our voice for good and to change our world.

Deb King is a recent member of the RespectTeam and the founder of Jennifer's Harbor, a local resource for victims of domestic violence and their families. Since February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, she's here to share some signs and tips for parents who believe their teenager is involved in an abusive relationship. 

Amy shares her life story through a form of poetry called spoken word. 

Our social media manager tells us why she's taking some time to unplug this year, and has some ways you can join her! 

For 2018, we challenge you to invest in yourself, both physically and emotionally, and we believe that begins with genuinely loving who you are. Here's four ways to get started.