1 in 4 teen girls has at least one STD Mar 15, 2008
Youve got to hammer at them, with appropriate information at each stage of teen development to make sure it sinks in, she said. She said there are a lot of myths out there, too many sexually active teens think the withdrawal method will protect them, or that douching with Coca-Cola will kill STD germs. (MSNBC -- Health)
Helping Teens Become Safe Drivers Nov 15, 2007
Peer pressure, thrill-seeking, and the sense of invincibility that is a hallmark of teen development may cause teens to take more risks, such as speeding, on the road. Teens who experiment with or and then get behind the wheel may be unaware of how these substances may impact their ability to drive safely. (Suite101.com)
Program to lead kids toward health Mar 26, 2007
White speaks around the country about promoting healthy teen development through a combination of preventing unhealthy behavior and promoting healthy behavior. He has been interviewed by CNN, BBC News, USAToday and many other news outlets. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Tampa YMCA CEO headed to new post Dec 1, 2006
It serves more than 130,000 people annually services including childcare, parent-child programs, teen development, summer programs, youth educational/employment programs, foster care, family resource centers, and wellness and fitness programs for all ages and abilities. Related Industry stories. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
People & Changes May 1, 2006
STACY CHESHIRE SHOYER, who will be a mass communications graduate of Florida Southern College, has joined the Lakeland Family YMCA as its new Teen Development Director. GEICO awarded the Lakeland claims service representatives unit with a Chairman's Award for its work in handling customer inquiries throughout Hurricane Wilma. (The Ledger)
