February 2025

PCANC: For Economic Justice and a More Equitable Future for All

LouMecia Staton · 2/14/2511:22 AM

Economic stability is family stability. Leaders like A. Philip Randolph and Fannie Lou Hamer fought tirelessly for economic empowerment, advocating for better wages, fair housing, and equal opportunities for Black families. Their work laid the foundation for policies that strengthen household financial stability—a proven way to reduce risk factors for child abuse and neglect. At Positive Childhood Alliance NC, we know that economic support is essential for children’s well-being. When...

Groundbreaking study reveals the impact of social media likes on mental health (msn.com)

Dana Brown (PACEs Connection Staff) · 2/10/259:39 AM

To read more of Joshua Shavit's article, please click here, Groundbreaking study reveals the impact of social media likes on mental health . Social media feedback significantly impacts young people’s mood and mental health. New research uncovers the need for digital literacy and platform reforms. ( CREDIT: Getty Images ) © The Brighter Side of News Growing up in today’s world means navigating a reality deeply intertwined with social media . For many young people aged 15 to 24, this...

Impact of childhood maltreatment on adolescents’ mental health– a longitudinal study based on dual-factor model [bmcpsychology.biomedcentral.com]

Rafael Maravilla(PACEs Connection Staff) · 2/5/252:25 PM

By Qingji Zhang, Yeman Tu, Shunyu Yao, Qingdi Zhang, Jiangnan Liu, and Peng Quan, BMC Psychology, Image: Unsplashed provided by Crowdstack , February 3, 2025 Abstract The dual-factor model (DFM) of mental health has received increasing support in recent years. However, researchers have limited knowledge regarding the longitudinal changes in the DFM of mental health. This study considered the dual-factor mental health among adolescents using latent profile analysis (LPA). It explored the...

Early Signs of Learning Challenges [childmind.org]

Rafael Maravilla(PACEs Connection Staff) · 2/5/252:24 PM

Tips that young kids might need support to thrive By Rae Jacobson, Daryaneh Badaly (Clinical Expert), Child Mind Institute, Image: screenshot from article , December 2, 2024 Quick Read It can be hard to tell if a preschool-age child is likely to have a learning disability. When kids are young, they develop skills at different speeds, and kids have different strengths and weaknesses. As they get older their abilities usually even out. But there are some signs in preschool and early school...

Marital Emotional Neglect/Abuse. The Damage it causes.

Jabulile Mutale · 2/4/252:20 PM

Emotional neglect. It’s a quiet relationship killer, slowly dimming the light between two people. Before you know it, you feel alone even when your partner is right there. I’ve been there. I remember that gnawing loneliness, the constant ache for a real emotional connection. It’s debilitating. My goal is to help anyone experiencing emotional neglect feel less alone. Consider this a safe space to find hope, gain clarity, and remember your worth. This comes from a place of empathy — not...

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