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Archive for May, 2011

The Prevention Researcher Tweets!

Posted by Brooke on May 31st, 2011 filed in Brooke Lusk, Social Media, Technology (Internet, Cell phones)

Connecting with our readers is a high priority  at The Prevention Researcher.  Having that connection allows us to share the latest research in adolescent development with a wider audience, and in a more accessible format.  Our journey to reach out to more youth-serving professionals has largely been digital, starting with this blog, which features staff [...]

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Saying Good-Bye, Living One of My Five Best Lives

Posted by Jasmine on May 20th, 2011 filed in Adolescents & Pets, Education, Families, Grief & Loss, Jasmine Rose Penter, Social Work

June 1st will be my last day at The Prevention Researcher. After 4 years and 8 plus months I have submitted my resignation. I would like to say to my team, readers, clients and teens that I have known and loved over the years that it has been an honor pursuing the mission of “Successful [...]

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LGB Youth Suicide – More Than Individual Risk Factors

Posted by Lis Maurer on May 5th, 2011 filed in LGBT Youth, Lis Maurer

Although many existing studies illustrate an increased risk for suicide among lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) youth as compared to their heterosexual peers, little research has investigated the role of the social environment surrounding LGB youth in this disparity. A new study examines the relationship between increased LGB youth suicide and social conditions by exploring [...]

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