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Crowdsourcing Brain Research: The Power of Volunteers
How can volunteering to play video games help brain research?
How 4 Hours Can Make a Big Difference: A Successful High School During the Pandemic
An insider’s look at how balancing COVID-19 safety protocols and affording teens a safe space to interact and bond has made this challenging year less daunting.
What I Learned About the Police During the Pandemic
The role of police has expanded from law and order to first responder, mental health intervention, and other duties others may be better qualified to fulfill.
Pandemic Transitions
A teen writes about the unexpected gift of time the quarantine afforded her and her family.
The Owls: A Reminder There is Hope
Sharing a love of these winged visitors brought optimism to a community.
Mother's Day During the Coronavirus Pandemic
As we see masked faces walking alone across crowded streets, this young teen wonders if people will ever feel safe again. "Mother’s Day allows us to thank the mothers who help their children feel protected," she says.
Benefits of Gratitude During COVID-19
Whether your goal is to reduce anxiety or increase gratitude, giving thanks in written form can lead to a calmer outlook during this stressful time.
Should We Psych Each Other Out?
Online tools are bringing much needed social interaction while staying safe at home, according to this teen.
A Teenager’s Reaction to Learning About COVID-19
Hearing about Coronavirus 2019 from opinionated and often unreliable sources made this 15-year-old more nervous than she needed to be.
