Alcohol and Marijuana Affect College Grades
The two most commonly used substances on college campuses are alcohol and marijuana. Researchers followed freshmen from two collages for two years, tracking academic performance and monthly use of alcohol and cannabis. The lowest users of both substances maintained the highest GPAs, and had the lowest depression scores when compared to those with moderate to high alcohol…
Read MoreTeenage Drinking Shrinks Gray Matter
Heavy drinking of alcohol during adolescence appears to lead to the exaggerated loss of gray matter and an increase in white matter compared to non-drinking peers. The study subjects tended to drink in binges on weekends or at parties. At baseline average GPA was 3.5 (of 4), but the drinkers average dropped during the study to 3.2,…
Read MoreLack of Sleep in Teens and Young Adults
Teens and young adults who don't get adequate sleep are at higher risk for automobile crashes, poor grades and performance in school, depressed moods, and problems with peer and adult relationships.PositiveTip: Take sleep seriously, set regular times for going to sleep and waking up, and get 7-8 hours of sleep a night.
Read MoreThe Power of Mentoring Youth
If you pay attention to trends among people working with adolescents, one word you'll hear frequently is "mentor".A mentor is an individual, usually older and always more experienced, who helps and guides another individual’s development without having a goal of personal gain.Some professions have "mentoring programs" where newcomers are paired with more experienced employees who advise and…
Read MoreService: It Will Help Your Kids Improve Their Grades
Want to help your kids and their friends get better grades in school? You might be surprised to know that students who engage in service (that is, helpful activities benefiting other people) get better grades in school. Sounds pretty easy? It is! PositiveTip: Find opportunities to engage your kids in helping others. Then sit back…
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