An Overview Of Teen Marijuana Use (Infographic)
A visual roundup of data on teen pot use and its legal repercussions.
Journalism
Understanding Why My Family Ignores Mental Health
When I was unable to shake off my sadness, my family would say, “You’re not being grateful for what you have. Look around you.” Sure, I was physically fine, but I felt mentally and emotionally unstable.
“Black Lives Matter” Slogan Becomes a Bigger Movement
Last week, during widespread protests of the grand jury decision in St. Louis, one phrase showed up on protest signs all over the country, and got lots of play on social media: Black Lives Matter.
Spanking: The Line Between Tough Love And Too Far
Parental discipline and child abuse: the line between them can sometimes be fuzzy, as in the recent high-profile case of NFL star Adrian Peterson. Peterson is currently appealing the NFL’s decision to suspend him indefinitely, after he disciplined is 4-year-old son with a switch.
Recess — It’s Not Just For Grade Schoolers Anymore
You might think having a busy schedule is just a part of high school, but I found out, that’s not always the case. Not everywhere.
Trimmigrants: Young People And The Underground Marijuana Harvest
“The work is beautiful, you know, to work with plants, and stay here, and meet people and share stories, it’s amazing, but…you go crazy after one month.” –Nayelli, Trimmigrant from Spain.
Special Coverage: Youth And The Marijuana Industry
A closer look at young people working in the booming marijuana industry, and how they navigate the grey market where growing, selling and possessing weed can be both legal and illegal.
Increasing Contact To Decrease Concussions
Contact is why I play the game. If I can’t practice it, how am I going to get better? And if I can’t get better, how am I going to be safe?
Youth React To Ferguson Decision
Young people await a Ferguson grand jury’s decision of Officer Darren Wilson who fatally shot 18-year-old Michael Brown. Here is what young people in Oakland had to say.