By Blake Birenkrant, Manalapan High School In the past, smoking used to be the norm in society for people of all ages, when its effects on health were mostly undiscovered. Today, smoking addiction, while still prevalent, has been taken over by addictions to vaping and other nicotine-related products. Teen vaping and youth nicotine use have…
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Research shows an undeniable link between social media use, negative mental health, and low self esteem. Learn about teen social media use.
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Each Veterans Day, we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who served. But true gratitude ensures that veterans have access to the wellness, mental health, and substance misuse prevention resources they deserve all year long. Many veterans face invisible wounds like post-traumatic stress, depression, or chronic pain. Without proper support, these challenges can lead…
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By Chloe Timmons, MSW Intern for The Path at Carteret Middle School What Is Red Ribbon Week? Red Ribbon Week is a yearly nationwide initiative focused on drug-prevention education and helping students understand why choosing a drug-free life supports their health and future. Middle schoolers are at a critical time in their lives when they…
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National Family Caregivers Month is celebrated each November and recognizes the more than 40 million people in the U.S. who serve as caregivers.
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By Abigail Jarusiewicz, MSW Intern for The Path at Carteret Junior High School Carteret Junior High School Fosters Kindness and Awareness October was an exciting and productive month at Carteret Junior High School (CJHS), where the Path team hosted two major awareness campaigns: the Week of Respect and Red Ribbon Week. Both initiatives successfully engaged…
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By Namrata “Nimmi” Pandya October 23-31, 2025, was Red Ribbon Week at Carteret High School (CHS)! Red Ribbon Week is an awareness campaign sponsored by National Family Partnership (NFP), a nonprofit founded in 1980 by concerned parents out of a desire to keep their children safe. Red Ribbon Week’s mission is to “lead and support…
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What parents should know about stress and drug use to prevent teens from turning to drugs to cope with their everyday stresses.
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By Juliana Salazar, PATH Intern – School-Based Youth Services Program Carteret Elementary School Celebrates Respect Week Respect Week at Carteret Elementary School was held from October 6 to October 10, aiming to promote kindness, support, and anti-bullying behavior within the Carteret School District. The goal of Respect Week is to remind students, families, and staff…
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By Chloe Timmons, MSW Intern for The Path at Carteret Middle School From Monday, September 22, through Friday, September 26, Carteret Middle School observed Start With Hello Week! Start With Hello is an initiative created by the Sandy Hook Promise as part of their School Climate and Safety programming. Start With Hello focuses on fostering…
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Discover a comprehensive guide to mental health and wellness resources for you and your family. Find support, guidance, and tools to thrive.
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