<span class="Drop Cap">Q.</span>What do I do if I know my friend is getting high? She says weed is going to be legal soon, so it’s no big deal. I tell her it’s not legal yet in Pennsylvania. I’m worried about her. She’s careful. So far, she hasn’t shown up ...
Q.I’m done with this. I spent a week in a psychiatric hospital twice. Once I was in eighth grade and the second time I was in 10th. I’m a junior now. I’m doing OK. I see my therapist weekly and take my meds. I no longer want to kill myself. My grades are good. I have some decent friends ...
Sunday is our Teen Outreach’s eighth annual Washington’s Got Talent finale at Canon-McMillan High School. The event runs from 1:30 to 4 p.m. I offer the thoughts and dreams expressed by the second half of our finalists (in ABC order).Traditionally, I dedicate the columns prior to the finale ...
Sunday, Jan. 29, is our Teen Outreach’s eighth annual Washington’s Got Talent finale at Canon-McMillan High School. The show, which runs from 1:30 to 4 p.m., is our only fundraiser and is perfect for our mission. More than 200 young people are involved in planning and producing the event, ...
This month marks the start of this column’s 13th year! I am thrilled to write Ask Mary Jo. Responding to young people brings me joy.I remember Park Burroughs asking me if I’d have enough questions to do a weekly column. I was correct in guessing I’d have no trouble obtaining material. ...
Q.How do you talk with your family about your mental health?<em>17-year-old</em><span class="Text_Name_Bold">Mary Jo’s response:</span> Family matters. Support from your family could ease your stress. I’m glad you want to share your ...
