Mark Bryers’ Blog
Benefits of Mentoring Youth
Happy and successful people often share a similar characteristic. If someone were to ask any of them what was the most influential aspect of their life that led them to find success, they would likely state that it was their mentor or some other type of elder. A...
The Way Sports Benefit At-Risk Youth
Everyone from teachers to politicians are concerned about at-risk youth. No one wants to see young people fall into lives that are full of strife. One important tool to help lift at-risk youth out of difficult situations is athletics. Sports provide a number of...
Why Your Child May Be Acting Out
With older generations, it may seem odd that teens are having these “acting out” stages of their lives. It usually means they are struggling either with personal or peer issues. For this generation, searching for a career path or thinking about starting a family isn’t...
How Children May be Suffering at the Hands of Australia’s Family Court System
Whether children are sent to live with one parent after a separation, or the state Child Protective Services office has become involved, children expect to live in a safe, appropriate home environment. This isn't always the case. Due to an institutional "disconnect"...
Why Children Should Get Involved in Extracurriculars
When children are busy in an after-school program, they are less likely to be at risk of getting into trouble. Involving your youth in an extracurricular would be an enjoyable way to fill your child’s schedule. Extracurriculars benefits students positively in many...