http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:03:25 -0700 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:30:07 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Teen-cases-jump-as-Los-Angeles-area-ranked-number-1-for-Chlamydia-cases-reported-in-2008?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner Dontthinkknow.org offers free test kitsChlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted disease (STD) in the United States. It is most often seen in teens and young adults. Over 30,000 women in Los Angeles get Chlamydia or gonorrhea every year. 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Older children and teens often enter the system when their families feel they can n... time together National Adoption Awareness Month Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:23:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Teens-in-Los-Angeles-need-adoptive-home?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Yoga-relieves-stress-in-teens-New-teen-yoga-class-opens?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner This time of year, many teens begin to experience stress. 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By donating used footwear to a reuse or recycling program, they have an opportunity to do both and create more closet space for themselves. Every pair helps - gently wo... behavior Corporate respect Self-esteem Relationships Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:57:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Teens-and-college-students-can-go-green-and-do-good-by-donating-used-shoes?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Kudos-to-LA-teens-for-launching-WereFedUp-a-healthy-lifestyle-networking-site?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner Forty teens from South Los Angeles and Baldwin Park are role models for teens everywhere as they were instrumental in the creation of a new social networking site designed to encourage teens to have a healthier lifestyle.WereFedup focuses on healthy ... behavior eating habits teens eat crazy Corporate respect Self-esteem Health Independence Local Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:42:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Kudos-to-LA-teens-for-launching-WereFedUp-a-healthy-lifestyle-networking-site?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Helping-a-Lesbian-Gay-Bisexual-Transgender-or-Queer-LGBTQ-Teen-Find-a-College?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner LGBTQ teens have additional concerns when deciding on colleges. They worry about their safety and well being, acceptance and their ability to find a genuine peer group. As more and more students are coming out in high school, colleges are respondi... behavior College Freshmen Independence LGBTQ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:17:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Helping-a-Lesbian-Gay-Bisexual-Transgender-or-Queer-LGBTQ-Teen-Find-a-College?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d31-Sunday-at-the-Egyptian-Film-screening-of-sixties-rock-footage?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner For those who were teens in the sixties, an enjoyable day can be had at the “Where the Action Is!” Film Festival at the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood. The big screen will be filled with one-of-a-kind musical rarities of the era an... time together Theater Sat, 31 Oct 2009 19:16:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d31-Sunday-at-the-Egyptian-Film-screening-of-sixties-rock-footage?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Day-of-the-Dead-Dia-de-Los-MuertosOlvera-Street?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner The Day of the Dead celebrations date back to the time of the Aztecs. It is one of Mexico’s traditional holidays reuniting and honoring beloved ancestors, family and friends. The main celebration on Olvera Street will take place on Saturday ... time together Relationships Local Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:13:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Day-of-the-Dead-Dia-de-Los-MuertosOlvera-Street?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Domestic-Violence-Resources-in-Los-Angeles-for-teens-and-parents?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, listed below are local organizations devoted to educating and enacting programs and legislation to end violence in the greater Los Angeles area. Each facility provides a 24-hour hotline in the event o... behavior Self-esteem Independence Suicide Prevention LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Month Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:52:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Domestic-Violence-Resources-in-Los-Angeles-for-teens-and-parents?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Teens-and-parents-need-to-be-aware-of-the-dangers-club-drugs?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner While most teens are aware of street drugs and have had some education, either at home and/or at school about them, many teens are not as aware of the potential effects of club drugs. Without prior knowledge about the dangers of these drugs, an ad... behavior Health Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:45:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Teens-and-parents-need-to-be-aware-of-the-dangers-club-drugs?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d24-American-Foundation-for-Suicide-Preventions-Out-of-Darkness-Community-Walk-today-in-Santa-Monica?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Out of Darkness Community Walk is being held today starting at the Santa Monica City Hall, 1685 Main Street in Santa Monica at 9 a.m. The Out of Darkness Community Walk is a 3-5 mile walk thro... behavior time together Suicide Prevention Local Sat, 24 Oct 2009 10:10:24 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d24-American-Foundation-for-Suicide-Preventions-Out-of-Darkness-Community-Walk-today-in-Santa-Monica?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d21-Teens-101Help-your-teen-get-a-Provisional-Instruction-Permit-learners-permit-in-LA?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner  In a city with minimal public transportation and a culture of cars, learning to drive is a rite of passage for Los Angeles’ teens. A teen can get a learner’s permit at age 15 ½, provided they have followed all of the state re... Driving Independence Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:01:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d21-Teens-101Help-your-teen-get-a-Provisional-Instruction-Permit-learners-permit-in-LA?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d19-Teen-Read-WeekFifty-book-suggestions-to-encourage-a-teen-to-read?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner Teens spend a great deal of time on the Internet, playing videogames and texting. Yet, even with all those distractions, teens are still reading. Much of the renewed interest in reading began for these young people when the Harry Potter series ... Teen Read Week Mon, 19 Oct 2009 18:03:09 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d19-Teen-Read-WeekFifty-book-suggestions-to-encourage-a-teen-to-read?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d19-Teens-101What-is-on-a-CA-learners-permit-provisional-instruction-permit-test?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner Is your teen prepared to take the test?The California Driver Handbook contains all the information your teen will need to learn in order to pass the test. Applicants are encouraged to either download the California Driver Handbook from the Internet ... Driving Independence Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:49:11 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d19-Teens-101What-is-on-a-CA-learners-permit-provisional-instruction-permit-test?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d17-Teen-Driver-Safety-Fair-today-in-Santa-Clarita?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner The area surrounding Santa Clarita’s Youth Grove in Central Park is host today to a free Teen Driving safety Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Youth Grove is dedicated to teens and young people who have died in traffic-related incidents. It se... behavior Driving time together Local Sat, 17 Oct 2009 11:20:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d17-Teen-Driver-Safety-Fair-today-in-Santa-Clarita?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d16-Los-Angeles-Youth-Orchestra-LAYO-Auditions-take-place-on-Sunday-October-18-2009?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner Los Angeles Youth Orchestra at Walt Disney Concert Hall  Students 8-18 can try out for the Los Angeles Youth Orchestra this Sunday if they have been studying music for two years. To try out, the student must prepare a major scale and a minor sc... Self-esteem Independence Theater Local Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:10:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d16-Los-Angeles-Youth-Orchestra-LAYO-Auditions-take-place-on-Sunday-October-18-2009?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d15-Blow-Energy-Drinks-availability-to-teens-causes-controversy?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner   Blow Energy Drink Mix is sold in a vial, measured in grams and comes with a small mirror to help grind the rocks into powder to then mix with water. The drink is equivalent to almost 3 Red Bulls and contains 240mg of caffeine and 2000mg of ta... behavior Health Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:31:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d15-Blow-Energy-Drinks-availability-to-teens-causes-controversy?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Cosmetics-and-Breast-CancerRisk-to-teens?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-ro... Health Breast Cancer Awareness Month Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:37:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Cosmetics-and-Breast-CancerRisk-to-teens?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d12-Teens-love-Famous-Cupcakes-as-do-Kardashians-New-store-to-open-today?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner  Cupcakes are making a comeback everywhere and are especially popular with teens. The Kardashian women helped launch the opening of Famous Cupcakes' newest location, in Beverly Hills on Wednesday night in preparation for the Grand Opening today.... eating habits teens eat crazy time together Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:39:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-13978-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner~y2009m10d12-Teens-love-Famous-Cupcakes-as-do-Kardashians-New-store-to-open-today?cid=exrss-LA-Parenting-Teens-Examiner