Youth caregiving

This week is about family caregiving (taking care of an adult relative). Have you ever had to do that? Describe a time when you or someone in your family took care of an adult relative. How do you feel about potentially taking care of an adult relative? How do you...

Youth anxieties

What, if anything, is happening in the world that makes you feel anxious? Who do you talk to about the things that make you feel anxious, if anyone? How do you manage your anxieties about the world? How does social media impact how you feel about things happening in...

Youth adult partnerships

Do you have a caring adult you can talk to besides your parents/guardians? If yes, tell us about them. Some organizations partner young people with adults to work together on social issues that impact adolescents and young adults. Have you worked with an organization...

Weight loss medications

There has been a lot in the media lately about medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, etc. Have you heard of these medications? What have you heard? Medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are sometimes used for weight loss. Do you know anyone who has taken these medications?...

Weight conversations

Young people may feel pressure for their bodies to look a certain way. Where or who do you think this pressure comes from? How do you deal with pressures related to body weight, shape, and size? How should parents/caregivers support their children with these...

Weight bullying in schools

This week’s questions are about school bullying. What do you think are common reasons students bully or tease others? Have you ever seen someone being bullied or teased because of their weight? Tell us about it. Why do you think students bully or tease others...