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March 2011
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Caffeine and Energy Drinks May Pose Risk for Kids
Concerns and side-effects of caffeinated beverages
The popularity of energy drinks is on the rise among teens raising serious concerns about their effects on young people. Because the amount of caffeine in these drinks is often unknown, and unregulated, reports of overdoses are increasing. Symptoms of a caffeine overdose include dehydration, vomiting, tremors, insomnia and more. For more information about the potential risks of energy drinks, click here. |
Lorenzo Romar to Speak at
YES Invest in Youth Breakfast
Husky Men's Basketball Head Couch will share his enthusiasm for youth
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Coach Lorenzo Romar will be the keynote speaker at the annual Invest in Youth Breakfast on Tuesday, April 26 at the Hyatt Regency in Bellevue. Romar has led the Men's basketball team for nine seasons and has lifted the Huskies to an elite level and unprecedented success. He has earned the distinction as the longest tenured coach currently in the Pac-10 Conference. "I'm pleased to support YES and the work they do to keep our youth and families healthy and strong," said Romar.
For more information on the Invest in Youth Breakfast, click here. |
Local Teenager has Bright Hopes for the Future
He learns risks of his substance abuse from a YES support group at school
Scott is a teenage boy who was experiencing difficulties at home as a res ult of his verbally abusive and alcoholic father. In response, he began running away and turning to drugs and alcohol to cope with his stresses and as a result, his grades began to slip.
Even after separating from his father, his mother was at a loss on how to help Scott. She called Scott's junior high school to inform them of the situation. Scott was then referred to a YES school-based substance abuse counselor who invited him to join a support group for kids who were impacted by the drug or alcohol abuse of a family member.
After a few meetings, Scott felt less isolated and learned about his own predisposition to addiction. This helped him make the choice to steer clear of drugs. A year later he is sober, getting great grades and excited about his future. YES' partnerships with local schools are critical in supporting our youth. In addition, YES also offers a free camp for kids affected by the substance abuse of a family member, thanks to our partnership with the Moyer Foundation. For more information, click here.
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In The News
Important trends you want to know about
Cutting & Self Harming--Disturbing videos surfacing on YouTube that demonstrate cutting and other self-harming behaviors, have parents and mental health professionals worried about the potential the videos have to serve as how-to for troubled viewers. The most susceptible are youth struggling with emotional distress. For more information, click here.
Study Shows Teens Having Less Sex--A just-released government study, considered the largest and most reliable study on sexual behaviors in youth, has shown a 6% increase of youth who report never having sex. For more details on the study and the reasons for the trend click here.
YES Launches New Web Site--Check out our new, easier-to-navigate Web site loaded with valuable information on our services, raising kids and community resources.
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Local Attorney Finds Being a Table Captain "Easy"
Be a table captain for YES' only fundraiser
With a schedule that doesn't allow for ongoing volunteer work, Kristine Wilson, an attorney at Perkins Coie LLP, finds the YES Invest in Youth Breakfast a great way to be involved. "I don't have time to be an active volunteer throughout the year, but it's really easy to coordinate with friends and colleagues for one annual breakfast event!" She views the opportunity to host a table as a powerful way to share the work of YES with others. YES offers support and materials for those who would like to be a Table Captain, making the process easy for even the busiest schedules. Click here for more information.
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If you haven't been invited to the Invest in Youth Breakfast by a table captain did you know you can register as an individual? Just email Jenna DiCasparro at jennad@youtheastsideservices.org. Our breakfast in the only fundraiser for YES and monies raised go to the Lifeline Fund to provide uncompensated care and support underfunded programs, mostly in education and prevention. I hope to see you for another memorable event! I guarantee you will be inspired.
Sincerely,
Patti Skelton-McGougan
Executice Director |
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