'A gift no one can take away'

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After Enid Santiago Welch participated in a writing workshop for low-income women, she decided to start one for the teenagers in a housing project in Chicopee, MA. Creative writing gives teens a chance to share their experiences in their own voices, and can help them sort out their feelings.

Author: Zibart, Rosemary
Social aspects, Creative writing

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Why art can change a teenager's life

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A juvenile delinquent came to love art while serving a nine month sentence in a youth detention facility. The experience had a positive impact on his life. Art as a way of expressing difficult feelings is discussed, along with a list of programs.

Author: Zibart, Rosemary
Study and teaching, Art

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What to do ... when it's time for a change

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Eight ways to adjust to a career change are described to facilitate an easier transition. The change will bring new beginnings that might prove to be better than the old career. Acceptance of the challenge is emphasized.

Author: McMahon, Ed
Career changes

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Subjects list: Psychological aspects, Teenagers, Youth
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