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2. Death/Grief/Loss

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4. Preventing Alcohol/Drug Use

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This article is from The New York Times and it is called “What to Know About Seasonal Depression”. The article states that about 10 percent of the population suffers from SAD, seasonal affective disorder, which is when someone experiences certain symptoms during specific months. It then goes on to discuss winter SAD and how it could be triggered by shorter and darker days and could last up to 5 months for some people. The article offers the best ways to manage seasonal depression including bright light therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, antidepressant medications, or simply going outside. This article is useful when addressing how students may be feeling during the winter months. A teacher could use this as a reference to hold a discussion about how the students are feeling during that time and could prompt them to think of some ideas of their own that could help bring up their moods. Teachers should be aware of this topic because seasonal depression could be affecting their students or themselves and they should be prepared to have some students perform worse academically because of it.

Seo, H. (2023, November 3). What to Know About Seasonal Depression. The New York Times. Retrieved November 12, 2023, from

https://www.nytimes.com/article/seasonal-depression-what-to-know.html

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If you notice drastic shifts in your mood during certain times of the year, you could have seasonal affective disorder. Here are answers to your top questions about the condition.

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This article is from BBC and it is called “Party held to keep memory of teenager alive”. This article is about the celebration of a boy named George who would have been 15 years old this year, but he died at 13 years old from a brain tumor. His family talked about how devastating it is to lose their child, but George was a huge fan of birthdays so they wanted to continue celebrating it. The family held an event that helped raise over £22,000 in donations to brain tumor research and another £38,000 was raised by his family. Teachers should be aware of this story because it is just one of many that demonstrate how you can make a positive out of a loss and grieving. This article could help teachers show children that although it is hard to loose someone that you love you can still help others who may be suffering from the same illness.

Read, S. (2023, November 10). Party held to keep memory of teenager alive. BBC NEWS. Retrieved November 14, 2023, from

https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-67368843

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This article is from 6abc and it is called “‘Silent Walking' trend taking TikTok by storm for physical, mental health benefits”. The article talks about a new trend on TikTok that revolves around taking a walk without any distractions. It mentions that this started with one woman being recommended to walk 30 minutes a day by a doctor and then being challenged to do it without distractions by her boyfriend. The article also talks about Doctor George James who commented on the movement and how he believes that this is a great way to get physical activity and focuses on the mental health aspect of it as well. This pertains to teaching elementary students because teachers should be encouraging students to go on walks to be more physically active. Teachers should know about this trend because it is taking place on a platform that most students use and this could be a good way to show that being physically active can be rewarding and fun.

Ileto, C. (2023, September 18). Silent Walking' trend taking TikTok by storm for physical, mental health benefits. 6abc. Retrieved November 12, 2023, from

https://6abc.com/silent-walking-tiktok-trends-mady-maio-exercise/13796551/

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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Me. Myself. And I. Have you ever wanted to be alone with your thoughts? Gen Z is just now catching onto walks with no distractions and it's taking off on TikTok in a movement called "Silent Walking."

The idea began trending over the summer after TikTok creator Mady Maio posted about advice she received from her nutritionist to walk 30 minutes a day, instead of doing cardio.

That suggestion was followed by her boyfriend challenging her to do it without distractions - meaning no friends, pets, phones, music, etc.

Philadelphia-based Dr. George James is a licensed marital and family therapist. He says along with the benefits of just getting physical exercise, which walking does, not relying on devices or other people to fill the silent void is great for your mental and emotional health.

Watch the full report from Action News reporter Christie Ileto in the player above.

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Along with the benefits of just getting physical exercise - which walking does - not relying on devices or other people to fill the silent void is great for your mental and emotional health.

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This article is from NBC NEWS and it is called “California becomes the first state to ban four chemicals in food, including red dye No. 3”. This article discusses the four foods that will be prohibited starting in 2027 including red dye No. 3, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil, and propylparaben which are being commonly sold and included in foods today. It also talks about what the additives are used for and why they are being banned. There is also a quote including that the purpose of the law is to protect kids, families, and other consumers in the state from the negative effects. A student should know this information, so a teacher can reference this article when talking about healthy eating and some changes that may be made in foods. Teachers should also help children understand why it is important to look at the ingredients in food and how they can affect their bodies.

Chuck, E. (2023, October 10). California becomes the first state to ban four chemicals in food, including red dye No. 3. NBC NEWS. Retrieved November 12, 2023, from

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that bans four food additives linked to health problems, the first time a state has outlawed chemicals allowed by the Food and Drug Administration.

Starting in 2027, California will prohibit red dye No. 3, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil and propylparaben after Newsom, a Democrat, signed Assembly Bill 418 into law Saturday. All four ingredients have been made illegal in the European Union and some other parts of the world, but they can be found in commonly sold items in the U.S., such as some brands of orange soda, icing, hamburger rolls, candies and processed foods.

The chemicals have been associated with issues from hyperactivity in children to cancer.

Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, who introduced the bill with Assemblymember Buffy Wicks, a fellow Democrat, said he was "elated and deeply grateful" to Newsom for signing it.

"The state is stepping up to protect people," he said in a phone interview Tuesday.

The law won't result in any foods' being banned from shelves, Gabriel said. Instead, he said, food companies will be required to make "really minor" modifications using alternative ingredients they already use overseas.

"We have incredible confidence that consumers are still going to be able to enjoy all the products that we know and love here in the United States, just without those harmful chemicals," he said.

The law is likely to have a ripple effect across the country, according to the Environmental Working Group, a research and advocacy health organization that backed the bill. Food and drink manufacturers are unlikely to make versions of their products just for California, and they could tweak the ingredient lists for as many as 12,000 products sold nationwide, the organization estimated, based on its food database.

What the additives are used for

The four additives serve a variety of purposes - from making food look more enticing to helping preserve it longer.

The FDA has long banned red dye No. 3 from cosmetics because studies show it causes cancer in lab animals in high doses. Yet the artificial color, which is derived from petroleum, is still used to give foods and medicines a bright red hue. Studies have also indicated that artificial food dyes are associated with behavioral problems in children, including hyperactivity; the FDA maintains there is no evidence of a causal relationship for children in the general population who haven't been diagnosed with behavioral disorders.

Potassium bromate, a flour additive that helps bread rise higher, has also been linked to cancer in lab animals.

Brominated vegetable oil, an emulsifier in citrus drinks, has been tied to behavioral and reproductive issues in lab animals, among other health concerns.

And propylparaben, a preservative in cosmetics and food, is believed to mimic estrogen, potentially acting as an endocrine disruptor.

Newsom said in a statement that delaying implementing the law until 2027 should give brands adequate time to revise their recipes and that it was a positive step until the FDA "establishes ​​national updated safety levels for these additives."

The FDA says it routinely monitors scientific information on ingredients. In an email, a spokesperson said the agency "evaluates and regulates ingredients added to food to ensure that the authorized use of these ingredients is safe. This includes the four ingredients included in the California bill."

The FDA stands by the use of the ingredients, the spokesperson said, though after it reviewed data published last year, it is working on a proposed rule to remove the authorization of brominated vegetable oil.

Such reviews can take years, Gabriel said, adding that he hoped the new law would prompt faster change.

"The first and foremost objective is to protect kids and families and consumers in the state of California," he said. "But a secondary objective here was to make a point and to send a message to the FDA and to folks in Washington, D.C., about just how badly the FDA process is broken."

The National Confectioners Association, a trade association for candymakers, slammed the California law.

"Governor Newsom's approval of this bill will undermine consumer confidence and create confusion around food safety," the group said in a statement. "This law replaces a uniform national food safety system with a patchwork of inconsistent state requirements created by legislative fiat that will increase food costs."

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This article is from CNN and it is called “Avoid a trip to the emergency room this July 4th with these firework safety tips”. It talks about how setting off fireworks can be dangerous and could be deadly if safety guidelines aren’t used. Statistics were included that showed over 10,000 people visited the ER due to firework-related injuries. The article then goes on to mention that a sober adult should be placed in charge of caring for any explosives and that children should not have access to fireworks including sparklers. A teacher could use this information towards the end of the year to remind students for the 4th of July especially to be careful around these explosives and to have an adult in charge when using them. Teachers should help children learn about the importance of staying safe and being responsible.

Marples, M. (2023, July 4). Avoid a trip to the emergency room this July 4th with these firework safety tips. CNN. Retrieved November 12, 2023, from

https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/03/health/fireworks-safety-tips-wellness/index.html

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Around 10,200 people visited ER departments for fireworks injuries in 2022, and there were at least 11 reported deaths linked to fireworks last year. Follow these safety tips to avoid a trip to the emergency room this Independence Day.

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This article is from the National Institute on Drug Abuse and it is called “New NIH study reveals shared genetic markers underlying substance use disorders”. The article states that through the collection of data, scientists have identified genes that are commonly inherited across addiction disorders regardless of the substance being used. The article also mentions that more than 46 million people in the US aged 12 and older have at least one substance use disorder. It then goes on to say that having the information about the risk can help provide powerful support for individualized prevention and treatment. This can be discussed in the classroom by having students know that having someone in their family with an addiction could indicate that they are more at risk for an addiction. The teacher should note that although they may have more of a risk it does not mean that they will automatically develop a substance use disorder. Teachers can help children understand why some people may be able to indulge in something like a coffee once and a while and others may become reliant on it.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2023, March 22). New NIH study reveals shared genetic markers underlying substance use disorders. National Institutes of Health. Retrieved November 14, 2023, from https://nida.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/2023/03/new-nih-study-reveals-shared-genetic-markers-underlying-substance-use-disorders

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By combing through genomic data of over 1 million people, scientists have identified genes commonly inherited across addiction disorders, regardless of the substance being used. This dataset - one of the largest of its kind - may help reveal new treatment targets across multiple substance use disorders, including for people diagnosed with more than one. The findings also reinforce the role of the dopamine system in addiction, by showing that the combination of genes underlying addiction disorders was also associated with regulation of dopamine signaling.

Published today in Nature Mental Health, the study was led by researchers at the Washington University in St. Louis, along with more than 150 coauthors from around the world. It was supported by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, and the National Institute on Aging.

There has been limited knowledge of the molecular genetic underpinnings of addiction until now. Further, most clinical trials and behavioral studies have focused on individual substances, rather than addiction more broadly.

"Genetics play a key role in determining health throughout our lives, but they are not destiny. Our hope with genomic studies is to further illuminate factors that may protect or predispose a person to substance use disorders - knowledge that can be used to expand preventative services and empower individuals to make informed decisions about drug use," said NIDA Director, Nora Volkow, M.D. "A better understanding of genetics also brings us one step closer to developing personalized interventions that are tailored to an individual's unique biology, environment, and lived experience in order to provide the most benefits."

In 2021, more than 46 million people in the United States aged 12 or older had at least one substance use disorder, and only 6.3% had received treatment. Moreover, people who use drugs are facing an increasingly dangerous drug supply, now often tainted with fentanyl. Approximately 107,000 people died of drug overdoses in 2021, and 37% of these deaths involved simultaneous exposure to both opioids and stimulant drugs. Drug use and addiction represent a public health crisis, characterized by high social, emotional, and financial costs to families, communities, and society.

Substance use disorders are heritable and influenced by complex interactions among multiple genes and environmental factors. In recent decades, a data-rich method, called genome-wide association, has emerged to try to identify specific genes involved in certain disorders. This method involves searching entire genomes for regions of genetic variation, called single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), that associate with the same disease, disorder, condition, or behavior among multiple people.

In this study, researchers used this method to pinpoint areas in the genome associated with general addiction risk, as well as the risk of specific substance use disorders - namely, alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, and opioid use disorders - in a sample of 1,025,550 individuals with genes indicating European ancestry and 92,630 individuals with genes indicating African ancestry.

"Using genomics, we can create a data-driven pipeline to prioritize existing medications for further study and improve chances of discovering new treatments. To do this accurately, it's critical that the genetic evidence we gather includes globally representative populations and that we have members of communities historically underrepresented in biomedical research leading and contributing to these kinds of studies," said Alexander Hatoum, Ph.D., a research assistant professor at Washington University in St. Louis and lead author of the study.

Dr. Hatoum and the research team discovered various molecular patterns underlying addiction, including 19 independent SNPs significantly associated with general addiction risk and 47 SNPs for specific substance disorders among the European ancestry sample. The strongest gene signals consistent across the various disorders mapped to areas in the genome known to control regulation of dopamine signaling, suggesting that genetic variation in dopamine signaling regulation, rather than in dopamine signaling itself, is central to addiction risk.

Compared to other genetic predictors, the genomic pattern identified here was also a more sensitive predictor of having two or more substance use disorders at once. The genomic pattern linked to general addiction risk also predicted higher risk of mental and physical illness, including psychiatric disorders, suicidal behavior, respiratory disease, heart disease, and chronic pain conditions. In children aged 9 or 10 years without any experience of substance use, these genes correlated with parental substance use and externalizing behavior. Compared to other genetic predictors, the genomic pattern identified here was also a more sensitive predictor of having two or more substance use disorders at once.

"Substance use disorders and mental disorders often co-occur, and we know that the most effective treatments help people address both issues at the same time. The shared genetic mechanisms between substance use and mental disorders revealed in this study underscore the importance of thinking about these disorders in tandem," said NIMH Director Joshua A. Gordon, M.D., Ph.D.

Genomic analysis in the African ancestry sample revealed one SNP associated with general addiction risk and one substance-specific SNP for risk of alcohol use disorder. The dearth of findings here underscores ongoing disparities in data inclusion of globally representative populations that must be addressed in order to ensure data robustness and accuracy, Dr. Hatoum and co-authors note.

The inclusion of data from different ancestral groups in this study cannot and should not be used to assign or categorize variable genetic risk for substance use disorder to specific populations. As genetic information is used to better understand human health and health inequities, expansive and inclusive data collection is essential. NIDA and other Institutes at NIH supported a recently released report on responsible use and interpretation of population-level genomic data, by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. See also a corresponding statement from the NIH.

While Hatoum and colleagues have identified a genetic pattern indicating broad addiction risk, they note that substance use-specific diagnoses still have meaning. "The current study validates previous findings of alcohol-specific risk variants, and, importantly, makes this finding in a very large and more diverse study population, said NIAAA Director George F. Koob, Ph.D. "The finding of shared genetic risk variants across different substance use disorders provides insight into some of the mechanisms that underlie these disorders and the relationships with other mental health conditions. Together the findings of alcohol-specific risk variants and common addiction-related variants provide powerful support for individualized prevention and treatment."

For more information on substance and mental health treatment programs in your area, call the free and confidential National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or visit www.FindTreatment.gov.

This study was supported by multiple grants: NIDA ( T32DA007261, DA054869, R01DA054750, K02DA032573, U01DA055367, K01DA051759, DP1DA054394, R33DA047527); NIAAA ( K01AA030083, R21AA027827, R01AA027522, F31AA029934, T32AA028259); NIMH ( K23MH121792, T32MH014276, R01MH120219); NIA ( RF1AG073593, P30AG066614); NICHD ( P2CHD042849)

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About the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA): NIDA is a component of the National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIDA supports most of the world's research on the health aspects of drug use and addiction. The Institute carries out a large variety of programs to inform policy, improve practice, and advance addiction science. For more information about NIDA and its programs, visit https://nida.nih.gov.

About the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA): The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, part of the National Institutes of Health, is the primary U.S. agency for conducting and supporting research on the causes, consequences, prevention, and treatment of alcohol use disorder. NIAAA also disseminates research findings to general, professional, and academic audiences. Additional alcohol research information and publications are available at: https://www.niaaa.nih.gov.

About the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): The mission of NIMH is to transform the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses through basic and clinical research, paving the way for prevention, recovery, and cure. For more information, visit https://www.nimh.nih.gov.

About the National Institutes of Health (NIH): NIH, the nation's medical research agency, includes 27 Institutes and Centers and is a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIH is the primary federal agency conducting and supporting basic, clinical, and translational medical research, and is investigating the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit https://www.nih.gov.

About substance use disorders: Substance use disorders are chronic, treatable conditions from which people can recover. In 2021, over 46 million people in the United States had at least one substance use disorder. Substance use disorders are defined in part by continued use of substances despite negative consequences. They are also relapsing conditions, in which periods of abstinence (not using substances) can be followed by a return to use. Stigma can make individuals with substance use disorders less likely to seek treatment. Using preferred language can help accurately report on substance use and addiction. View NIDA's online guide.
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This article is from CBS News and it is called “2 weeks before Thanksgiving is the best time to get vaccinated: CDC”. It says that two weeks before the holiday is the best time to get vaccinated for COVID-19, Flu, and RSV because this is when these illnesses will start to increase. It says that the Flu and COVID vaccines are recommended for everyone over the age of 6 months and the RSV shot is for people over the age of 60 and babies. It also notes that these vaccines take two weeks to become effective. Teachers should know about this because it is common for these illnesses to spread in a school setting so they should prepare themselves and students for the risk of getting sick. Teachers can also help students understand that it is important to take care of themselves and prevent illnesses, especially during the holiday season because that is when most people gather in large groups.

Stahl, S. (2023, November 8). 2 weeks before Thanksgiving is the best time to get vaccinated: CDC. CBS NEWS. Retrieved November 14, 2023, from

https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/cdc-vaccinated-before-thanksgiving/

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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Getting ready for Thanksgiving may include more than shopping, prepping and serving.

"I am the parent of a toddler, so I'm always extra aware of times of the year where sickness is abundant," Laura Been said.

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention said this two-week run up to Thanksgiving is the best time to get vaccinated for COVID, the flu and RSV.

"We know we're gonna see more flu starting to circulate and more COVID. So right now is a great time for you to get vaccinated. That way, your body can build up its protection ahead of the holiday season," CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen said.

Dr. Cohen received her COVID shot last month and acknowledged less than 10% of the country has received the newly updated COVID-19 vaccine.

SEE ALSO: CDC director visits Philadelphia Walgreens to urge people to get vaccinated before the holidays

"I know folks want to leave COVID in the rear-view mirror, but unfortunately it is still here and is still causing folks to get very sick, even die," Dr. Cohen said.

The CDC said it is seeing a higher rate of people getting flu shots, in line with recent years, mainly because people are used to it and have made it part of their routine.

Influenza, COVID and RSV are all expected to be circulating at the same time this winter, according to the CDC, but how severely could depend on vaccination levels.

"I have already done it. As soon as they were available, I went and got them," Mamie Owyeung said.

The CDC said currently cases of influenza and COVID are low, but RSV is increasing.

The agency is predicting this winter will again be busy for hospitals caring for people with respiratory infections. Everyone is urged to take precautions, especially those at high-risk.

"It's really about who are you? What's your personal risk? And who are you going to be around?" Cohen said.

The flu and COVID vaccines are recommended for everyone over six months; the RSV shot is for anyone over 60 and babies.

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This article is from the CDC and it is called “E-cigarette Use Down Among U.S. High School Students in 2023”. It talks about the fact that although the use of tobacco products as a whole is declining, there has been a significant increase in usage among middle school students. The article then goes on to discuss that 2.8 million middle and high school students reported current tobacco use 2.13 million of that from e-cigarettes. Lastly, it discussed some preventative measures that have been proven to prevent the use like raising the price of the products and healthcare interventions. Teachers especially in the upper elementary setting should know about this tobacco usage among students because it is still a large issue that their students may encounter within the following few years. Teachers can help children learn more about this topic by giving them the statistics and how they may encounter it, but also preparing them on how to prevent them from using it.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023, November 3). E-cigarette use down among U.S. high school students in 2023. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved November 12, 2023, fromhttps://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2023/s1102-e-cigarettes-down.html

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