(from The Bolton Blog) New studies show that teenagers are taking on the heaviest stress loads from a variety of sources. With limited time and resources, how can schools help students develop healthy coping strategies — exercise, meditation and creative outlets — to deal with stress and anxiety instead of turning to alcohol, drugs or self-harm? Insurance and risk management advisors Bolton & Company suggests starting with an advisory committee that includes school administrators, division heads, teachers and other staff, parents, students, legal counsel and representatives from key community-based organizations that serve youth. Bringing the school community together over this issue, the company says, helps reinforce a culture of caring and nurturing while creating a safe and effective learning environment.
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