Scholastic Choices articles from November 2001

Scholastic Choices archives from November 2001

Helping Students Cope With Tragedy. (For Teachers).
November 1, 2001... 1. Talk about tragic events in class in factual and focused ways. Children never benefit from "putting it out of their minds." There should be open, honest, and accurate discussion in class that is directed by a teacher. 2. Find out what...

Cyber Psychologist. (mental health).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... You use computers for a lot of things: e-mailing your pals, shopping online, checking out your favorite Web sites. But have you ever asked your computer to help you beat the blues? Soon you may be able to, according to researchers at Columbia...

Dating Danger. (personal safety/relationships).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... In a shocking report, one In five teenage girls said that she had been a victim of violence at the hands of her male dating partner. The girls reported that they had been either physically abused or attacked sexually. The study of more than...

Steroid Shock: Looking to bulk up your body, tone your muscles, or even lose weight? You may think taking steroids will help, but abusing those drugs will cause harm to your health. (Substance abuse/health).
November 1, 2001... * You're a sprinter for your school track team. You're good, but one runner from a rival school always beats you. You train hard, eat healthfully, and ask your coach for advice. But nothing works. You're desperate to win just one race against...

Coping with the Catastrophe: New York City teens pull together in the aftermath of the terrorist attack on America. (personal responsibility).
November 1, 2001... On the morning of September 11, lack Kirkland was worried about gym class. "It was the first day of gym, and I'd forgotten my gym shorts," the 13-year-old New York City student said. His friend Niki Achitoff-Gray was wondering if she'd make...

How You Can Cope.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Talk with your friends, teachers, and parents. This is the best way to deal with your thoughts and feelings. If you feel very sad, scared, or angry, tell an adult. Try not to watch scary images on TV. It's normal for many people to...

Vegetarian times: The teen vegetarian population is growing. Here's what you need to know to keep your body healthy on a diet without meat. (nutrition).
November 1, 2001... Here's what Valerie Leadingham hopes to see on her Thanksgiving menu this year: mashed potatoes, salad, corn, and turkey-flavored tofu. Tofu? Who eats tofu instead of turkey for Thanksgiving? Vegetarians like Valerie, a senior at Monterey High...

what to do before you interview: Getting a job can be hard work but being prepared for the interview can make that chore a lot easy. (careers).
November 1, 2001... What's that jingling? Could it be extra money in your pocket? Not likely. While the holiday season may be a great time of year, it can also be the most expensive. But all your money worries disappeared after you filled out a part-time job...

Building bonds.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Throughout your life you will have thousands of relationships. Some of these will be brief, such as a store clerk you only see once or twice. Other relationships last much longer and are closer, such as the bond you have with your parents....

Students Helping Students. (Sticky Situation).(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... The Problem: Dear CHOICES, I've been going out with a guy for couple of months now, but I like someone else. How should I break it off with him and not hurt his feelings? Want Out Advice From Choices Readers: Dear Want...

10 Choices tips Diffusing Family Tension.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2001... Joyous get-togethers, love-laden gifts, heartfelt talks. For most families, these warm, fuzzy moments are only part of the picture. The holidays can bring out the worst in families, as well as the best. How can you avoid getting into skirmishes...

Not Everyone is Doing It.
November 1, 2001... Many teens think that their peers are having sex, but most teens aren't. Seventeen magazine recently found that 75 percent of young people think their peers are having sex, but only 40 percent are. According to a recent government study, two...