Entries by Ariel Ervin

Voices of Black youth remind adults in schools to listen — and act to empower them

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By Tanitiã Munroe, Reprinted from The Conversation The idea of inviting students into classroom conversations that teach them to define and express their concerns, ideas and opinions takes inspiration from the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). The right to be heard is the general principle, and Article 12 of the […]

Senior Living Options for LGBTQIA+ Adults

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Summarized by Ariel Ervin (Featured Article Reviewed by Dr. Brindusa Vanta, MD, Senior Homes) Although access to clean, safe housing and sufficient care is essential for older adults, LGBTQIA+ individuals face barriers to accessing it. Because of the discrimination they experience due to their gender identity and/or sexual orientation, finding living options that make them […]

AI is making networking and social skills more critical. Are your students prepared?

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By Robert Markle, Reprinted from SmartBrief In an AI-driven future, social skills aren’t just a plus; they’re a prerequisite. Between 1980 and 2012, jobs requiring social skills surged by almost 12%, while their less social counterparts dwindled by 3.3%. By 2030, demand for social skills is projected to skyrocket 26% across all industries. But social […]

[Webinar] How to Be an Askable Adult

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Date: Nov 16, 2023, 12:30 PM EST Have you ever wondered how you could become an “askable” adult? Being an askable adult means creating a comfortable environment for youth to discuss what is on their minds. Join this workshop to learn how you can become more approachable and supportive of young people! The Vermont Network […]

Meaningful Mentorship: Tips on the Mentor/Mentee Experience

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By NMRC Youth Advisory Council, Reprinted from National Mentoring Resource Center 1. How do you ask someone you would like to mentor you? (assuming this is a non-facilitated situation/environment) a. Asking someone about a possible mentorship can be a scary task. But often, people are excited about having the opportunity to pass on their knowledge […]

Addressing the Trauma of Undocumented Immigrant Children and Families

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    Date: November 3, 2023, Noon-1 PM EST/9-10 AM PST In an era marked by heightened animosity towards unauthorized immigrants in America, harsh immigrant policies contribute to detentions and deportations that result in detrimental consequences (e.g., family separation and compounded trauma), highlighting the need for policymakers and mental health professionals to address the adverse […]

Mobile mental health apps: Should we recommend them?

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By Andrew J Schuman, MD, Reprinted from Contemporary Pediatrics Following the release of the iPhone in 2007 and the introduction of the App Store in 2008, mobile health care applications eventually appeared that were designed to help patients count calories, track exercise, and monitor chronic medical conditions such as diabetes and asthma. In 2023, with […]

A qualitative thematic analysis of first-generation college students’ help-seeking attitudes, decisions, and behaviors

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Reference: Hagler, M., Johnson, R., Boags, J., & Snipe, L. (2023). A qualitative thematic analysis of first-generation college students’ help-seeking attitudes, decisions, and behaviors. Journal of College Student Retention: Research, Theory & Practice. https://doi.org/10.1177/15210251231198006  Summarized By: Ariel Ervin About this Study  Evidence shows that college degrees are longitudinally associated with higher earnings, greater civic engagement, […]

How Can We Leverage Mentors to Build Student Resilience?

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Developed by Manolya Tanyu, Reprinted from the National Center on Safe Supportive Environments Mental health is a dynamic state of balance between one’s emotional, psychological, and social well-being (Galderisi et al., 2015). Everyday stresses can affect this balance. Stress may result from, for example, poverty; marginalization; historical trauma; lack of safety at home, school, and/or […]

[Webinar] 2024 National Mentoring Summit

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Date: January 24 – 26, 2024 The National Mentoring Summit, organized annually by MENTOR, brings together a diverse community of mentoring practitioners, scholars, youth advocates, government officials, philanthropists, and affiliates with a shared mission of fostering positive changes for youth. Attendees will have an opportunity to exchange information, form new relationships, and learn about the […]