Shelf by Mariah Olding

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mariaholding — 2024-01-18 17:49:02 UTC

This is a picture of me and my 4x4 team after winning our heat at state. Track is something I have always been passionate about regardless of the stress it causes me. Track has taught me patience, it has humbled me in every way, and it has brought me so many amazing friendships that I will have forever. It has taught me the importance of communication with others even when it's hard. Most of all, track continues to help me build confidence and that improvement is always a possibility. Track has helped me compete less against others, and more against myself in everything to be the best I can.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-18 17:49:37 UTC

This is a picture of the sky out of a plane window. I love to travel and even wanted to make a career out of it at one point. Traveling opens my eyes to the beauty of the world and allows me to get away from my worries. Traveling has helped me make many new lifelong friends, and has also taught me the importance of organization. And regardless of how others view traveling, I love to learn about the places I travel to. I hope to travel to many new places whenever I get the chance, and to learn all about them and their history.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-18 17:49:59 UTC

This is my beautiful, kind, and perfect little sister Madison. Madison is the definition of the best little sister ever. She encourages me in everything, even if she has no idea what's going on. She helps me to be a better person everyday. She looks up to me and takes after just about everything I do, or have done. She loves me endlessly even when I'm grumpy, and not in the mood to talk. I thank God for giving me such a loving and supportive sister, and I hope to be the best role model for her and make show her possibilities are endless for her.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-18 17:53:44 UTC

This is a picture of me and my boyfriend, Derion. Derion is truly the most supportive person I know. He always listens to what I have to say from girl drama, to my feelings and even to my most boring days. I am so lucky to have him in my life. He makes me a better person, and gives the BEST advice. He has taught me peace and how to handle things better. I hope to continue to have a long and healthy relationship in the future.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-18 18:01:22 UTC

This is a picture of me and my friends. Friends are a blessing to have, but mine are special. Nothing is weird, or TMI, and ever too much with them. We are so compatible with each other and no one is ever left out. My friends have taught me patience, forgiveness and kindness. They have showed me what true support and love feel like. I hope our friendship continues to get stronger everyday.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-18 18:01:48 UTC

This is a picture of a drink I made at work. Working at Dunkin has taught me so many things. With it being my first job, it has taught me all about the work environment and what they expect. Working has taught me independence and the importance of communication. It has also helped build my personal skills such as creativity, critical thinking, problem solving and kindness. I'm lucky to say I love my job and all of the unique things about working there. I hope in the future to continue to be a hard worker, and develop more personal skills that will help me in the future.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-18 18:02:11 UTC

I chose this picture of a cross because of my relationship with God, and the importance of my religion to me. I grew up in a christian household, and God has always been so important in my life. He has helped me at my lowest, and has never left my side. My faith in God continues to make me a better person everyday, and also helps me with my relationships with others. I hope to grow my faith and trust in him even more everyday, and to help others do the same.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-18 18:08:57 UTC

This is a picture of me and my mimi. She is one of the strongest and most hardworking people I know. She has taught me about independence, kindness, patience and love. She is the true definition of an independent woman and I love her endlessly. She is The funniest kindest and most welcoming person I know. Most of all she is one of my biggest supporters in everything I do, she never misses a thing and makes sure I am set no matter what. I strive to take after her and her infinite compassion and love.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-18 18:11:04 UTC

This is a picture of the cast from my favorite show, Greys Anatomy. I started watching it in middle school, and it greatly influenced what I wanted to do when I got older. It is the reason I decided to join the Health Science Village. It isn't a very accurate show, but I still loved how it showed me professions I had never seen before. It opened me up to a world of possibilities job wise and I'm very grateful, because it helped me realize what I love is helping people.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-19 01:41:26 UTC

This is a picture of apple music. Music is something that I really enjoy and shapes me into the person I am today. I love expressing myself through music and dancing to it at random. Music helps me to focus and to connect with others. I love to share my music taste with others to bond with them and create a connection. Music helps uplift my mood. I hope to continue to use music to connect to others and stay positve.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-26 15:45:30 UTC

This picture is from a video taken by a content creator named Danielle on TikTok. In this video she shows her car that caught on fire with her water bottle from the popular brand Stanley inside. In the video she picks up her Stanley and shakes it to show that despite it being in a car fire it was still in pretty good condition and still had ice in it. This video appeals to both ethos and logos. It appeals to ethos because it impresses the viewer and makes them feel like they need the amazing water bottle. And it appeals to logos because it shows the ice still being in the water bottle showing how trustworthy the water bottle is and how good it is at staying cold.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-26 16:05:26 UTC

This is a screenshot that I took of a notification I got from Starbucks for a $3 drink. Starbucks drinks are expensive so when I saw this I was immediately intrigued. By Starbucks sending out a notification that you could get your favorite drink for $3 instead of regular price, they were applying to rhetoric. They used Pathos to appeal to the Starbucks customers emotions. They made the customers excited to get their drinks at a cheaper price, influencing them to go spend their money.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-26 16:22:39 UTC

This is a screenshot of a video review by content creator Katie org on tiktok. In the video she is reviewing a mascara by the brand Lancome. The mascara is called Lash Idol and she claims that it was her "Mascara of the month." In the video she uses Rhetoric specifically pathos to appeal to the audience's emotions and convince them to buy the mascara. She does this by saying that it lasted through sweat and tears and shows how lengthy it is. I personally have bought this mascara due to all of the videos I have seen on it, including hers, so I can agree that it works very well.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-26 17:01:14 UTC

This is an ad from Walmart promoting a product called bloom. The product is a green that is said to have positive benefits on your health. In this ad Walmart uses rhetoric to convince health interested people to buy the product. Walmart uses pathos, and ethos to convince people to buy the product. They use ethos by showing the founder of the brand drinking the product showing someone trustworthy drinking it. They used Pathos by showing what the positive benefits are of the product, convincing people that they need it, and should by it.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-26 19:12:00 UTC

This is a screenshot of an ad I got on Pinterest. Its an ad for some stylish and protective phone cases for the new Iphone 15. In this ad it says that if you buy four phone cases, you only have to pay for 2. Burga (the company) uses rhetoric to convince people to buy the cases. They use pathos and logos. They use pathos by showing the cute prints of the phone cases. The unique styles catch people's eyes, and make them want them more because of their uniqueness. They use logos by saying that the cases are protective making people feel more comfortable to buy them, and trust their products with their expensive phones.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-27 03:36:05 UTC

This is a screenshot of an ad on instagram by Sephora. Sephora is a beauty and wellness company. In this ad sephora is promoting a brand they carry and sell called Sol De Janeiro. This brand is popular for their delightful smelling fragrance mists and body creams. In this ad they are promoting their newest scent/product. In this ad rhetoric is used, specifically ethos and pathos. Ethos is used in this ad when Sephora, a highly trusted and favored brand, posts and promotes the new product. This makes consumers feel reassured to buy the product knowing one of their favorite retailers promotes it. Pathos is used when Sol De Janeiro advertises that the new product has intense moisture and boosts your mood. This makes people want to buy the product to benefit themselves.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-27 03:52:32 UTC

This is a screenshot I took of an ad I got on TikTok. In this ad content creator Lish Noory is promoting the brand Tide. In the ad she talks about the holidays, and how the unexpected can happen even then. In the ad ethos and pathos are used. Ethos is used by the brand (Tide,) getting a well known and well trusted content creator to promote the brand. This makes the viewers feel more intrigued to buy the product, knowing someone they know, and trust uses it too. Pathos is used when in the ad the promoter is cooking and preparing for the holiday, and talking about the unexpectedness of it and the cleaning process of it. This makes people relate to the content, and feel that they need the product because they go through the same things.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-27 04:03:01 UTC

This is a screenshot I took of an ad I got on Pinterest. This ad is promoting the brand Summer Fridays. Summer Fridays is a beauty brand known mostly for their lip balms, skin and body products. In this ad they are promoting their Vanilla Beige lip balm. In this ad they use Rhetoric. They use logos and pathos. Pathos is used when they describe the lip balm as hydrating, moisturizing and shiny. This makes the consumer intrigued by the personal benefiting qualities of the product making them want to buy it. Logos is used when at the end they say that Allure's Best of Beauty Award was awarded to the lip balm. This makes the consumer know that the lip balm has a high and approved status convincing them it is worth the buy.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-27 04:16:11 UTC

This is a screenshot taken by me of an ad I got on Instagram. The ad is for a laser hair removal company. They are promoting their brand by using Rhetoric. They use pathos. Pathos is used by referencing the new year. The new year is usually a time for people to change, and promote a better them. They say that the new year calls for a smooth them. This intrigues people who want to try something new or to improve themselves. Therefore this convinces them to try the brand out. They also appeal to the audience's emotions by saying that they get one treatment free. This intrigues the audience to try it because they don't have to pay, and everyone loves free stuff.

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mariaholding — 2024-01-27 04:32:19 UTC

This is a screenshot taken by me on TikTok. In this Video a girl asked a heart surgeon about foods people should avoid. In this video rhetics are used. Both ethos and logos are used. Logos is used when the creator asks a heart surgeon. All of the information on foods to avoid is coming straight from him. This is also where ethos is used, the viewer hears the information coming from a specialist and trusts the information being given. This way the are more likely to believe and follow the information given.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-02 14:01:22 UTC

This article was about a man named Lawrence Faucette who was dying from heart failure, but couldn't get a heart transplant due to the high demand of the organ and the few donors available. Because of this, Lawrence was offered the opportunity to try a xenotransplantation. Xenotransplantation is the process of transplanting organs or tissues from animals into humans. The procedure is a clinical trial for people who qualify. The goal of the trial is to save people who need transplants but can't get them due to the high demand. Participants have been happy to be a part of the trial, regardless of knowing there is a strong possibility it would not work. After Lawrence got the transplant he did unfortunately die six weeks later, but his wife stated that " For him it was the thought that he could do something to really help others."

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mariaholding — 2024-02-02 14:31:22 UTC

Syphilis cases are continuing to climb to the highest level in decades. STI's don't often show symptoms leading to people unknowingly spreading the disease. Stanford said that more measures need to be made to help prevent the spread such as lowering the cost of financial screening, increasing public awareness and making screenings more accessible in places like prisons. There was a loss in funding for STI prevention funding. Elizabeth Finley communication director or the National Coalition of STD directors described it as being a rug pulled out from under them with the rising rates of Syphilis. The FDA announced that they are working with a French drug maker to temporarily allow imports of an alternate medication to treat Syphilis. People have said that they have hopes for new innovations to help treat STI's and better tests for syphilis.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-02 14:49:07 UTC

This article is about the growing cases of measles in the United states. Nearly two dozen cases of the measles have been confirmed since December 1st. An outbreak started in Virginia after an exposure to the virus outside of the country. Health officials have been warning about exposure to the virus with travel. The virus has not been eliminated worldwide, so outbreaks are still actively happening and still put US residents at risk. Vaccination rates in the US still remain low among children, so most major outbreaks do occur among them. The article also gives measures to take if exposed to the virus. Awareness is wanting to be shared to protect vulnerable people . "The last thing we want to do is have someone with measles sitting in the emergency room waiting room," says Murray.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-02 15:26:08 UTC

This article is about pulse oximeters providing less accurate readings with people dark skin tones. The FDA's Anesthesiology and Respiratory Therapy Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Committee is meeting to review ways to better evaluate the accuracy and performance in pulse oximeters in people with darker skin. Pulse oximeters are used to check oxygen levels which is why its important to make sure they work for everyone. An anesthesiologist says that she was shocked to find out about this dysfunction of the oximeter as it wasnt something that was really emphasized in medical school. She also said that she is happy the FDa is having a panel because she hopes it will lead to new practices and guidelines and the development of devices suited for all patient groups.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-02 16:04:46 UTC

This article is about the links of prostate cancer and fitness. Research has linked regular exercise to a lower risk of cancer. Research showed men whose cardiorespiratory fitness improved by 3% or more annually or over 5 years were 35% less likely to develop prostate cancer than men who's cardiorespiratory fitness decreased by 3%. Although this is true people have said that despite the exercise genetic background is one thing that cant be controlled but still urge to control your lifestyle.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-02 16:14:56 UTC

This article is about American deaths due to cosmetic surgeries in the Dominican Republic from 2009-2022. Over half of the deaths occurred in 2018 from a surgery called a Brazilian Butt lift, all but one of the deaths were women and their median age was 40. Most of the deaths were results from blockages in the blood stream or embolisms. Americans have been traveling to other countries for cosmetic procedures due to the lower cost and wait times compared to the US. Experts have urged the public to consider the risk factors of these procedures.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-03 03:11:06 UTC

This article is about expecting mothers receiving the RSV vaccine. RSV is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can cause serious infections. The symptoms can be severe for infants and older adults. Recently, the FDA approved the Abrysvo vaccine for pregnant women and researchers found it was safe and effective for preventing lower respiratory tract infections in newborns. Researchers found that received the vaccine during weeks 32-36 of pregnancy reduced their babies risk of lower respiratory tract disease from RSV. The side effects of the vaccine are similar to others such as injection site pain headaches and muscle pain. The vaccine has been described as "wonderful" for offering people a safe and effective prevention of RSV in infants.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-03 03:30:50 UTC

This article is about how mood interventions have been found to help reduce inflammation caused by IBD. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a term that includes autoimmune conditions Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Treatment currently includes medications, surgery and diet and lifestyle changes. However, recently the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience at King’s College London believe that mood interventions could provide an effective alternative to some of these treatments. These mood interventions include antidepressants, psychotherapy and exercise. They hope by using these alternatives it could reduce the cost of treatment and increase effectiveness. Although it was not stated what the public opinion was on the topic, researchers said it was said that even if these tactics are moderately helpful the hope is to help people have a positive outlook on their health conditions.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-03 03:50:27 UTC

This article was about the link of being socially isolated and the greater risk of death. A study was recently released that has showed that death rates are increased for people with obesity and who are socially lonely and isolated. Obesity is a risk factor because it comes with other health problems that can put people at risk. It was said that more research was needed because of the lack of diversity of the trial. Katherine Kidwell ,an assistant professor in the department of psychology at Syracuse University, stated that "When you’re pairing loneliness and people who have another risk factor like obesity, it’s understandable that the rates would increase. I think, in our society, obesity is one of the last few things that people can be ostracized for, unfortunately, and it should not happen."

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mariaholding — 2024-02-03 04:06:20 UTC

This article is about why 36% of LGBTQ youth say they dont expect to live to 35. A survey from the nonprofit Trevor project revealed that 64% of the 28,524 13-to-24-year-old LGBTQ+ youth surveyed reported that they believed their chances of living to the age 35 were low. It was reported that LGBT youth were more likely to have a shorter life span than their peers due to increased levels of stress and their higher negative experiences compared to their peers. Chase Anderson told healthline that LGBTQ+ people need more spaces and interventions that are designed for them and their specific needs. He encouraged validation for them and the urge to help improve their mental health.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-09 22:44:16 UTC

Many student athletes struggle with maintaining their mental health. Being a student athlete is often glorified because of their ability to work and determination to balance both their academics and athletics. Although this is true, it's not uncommon for a student athlete' s mental health to be compromised. the most concerning factor of mental health in student athletes is the overwhelming stress of trying to maintain their elite athletic performance while trying to manage and keep up with the stress of balancing their studies and social life. Many common mental illnesses found in student athletes are social anxiety, bod dysmorphia, substance and alcohol abuse and depression. Many of these things are caused by sleep deprivation, the lack of peer support, trouble maintaining their athletic and academic performance and even overtraining. Its important for student athletes to reach out for help to support aids provided if their mental health starts to suffer.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-09 23:10:48 UTC

While college can be the most stressful part of a person's life college athletes tend to be the most stressed. Student athletes are more at risk for detrimental effects to their mental health. With the recent stories of suicide and and depression it has come to the public's attention that student athletes mental health needs to be protected. In 2021 a NCAA study found that 30% of surveyed athletes admitted to feeling extremely overwhelmed while 25% admitted to feeling mentally exhausted. The stress of these athletes is likely to affect their athletic performance, GPA and also ;ead to more serious issues like depression, anxiety, eating disorders suicidal thoughts and more.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-09 23:30:20 UTC

This is an article written by a former student athlete who struggled with his mental health in college. The former student athlete's name is John MaCphee and he stated in the article that he was a division 1 basketball player and struggled with anxiety, depression and a drinking problem. He said that he blamed himself but failed to realize that this was a problem that could have been addressed through awareness, resources, and a supportive community. He said he struggled in silence trying to balance his academics and athletics because of his connection to his team. He said he stopped attending classes and was in and out of academic probation but didn't ask for help and was eventually asked to leave school. He then goes on to say that he thinks that athletic leadership should prioritize athlete mental health and that athletic departments should actively work to reduce stigma and barriers to help seeking. He states that "No individual should think they need to tackle the various pressures of being a student-athlete on their own. We can ensure that caring communities and support systems are ready to help."

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mariaholding — 2024-02-09 23:40:30 UTC

Student athletes experiencing negative mental health symptoms are less likely to seek help from mental professionals. In 2020-2021 a surprising 60% of students reported symptoms that indicated they met the criteria for at least one mental health problem. Some reasons for this include fear of retribution and discomfort from teammates and coaches and discomfort from therapists and counselors. Many athletes are afraid to be perceived as weak from fellow athletes, coaches and even the general public. The article stated that "Additionally, increased education and awareness of student-athlete mental health concern amongst both athletics and non-athletics affiliated faculty, staff, and students is crucial to creating a culture in athletics that is more conducive to mental wellbeing."

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mariaholding — 2024-02-10 17:32:26 UTC

As a society we need to stop looking at athletes as these superheros who don't have problems and start looking at them as superheros that do have problems. Performance anxiety is one thing that can be elevated due to pressures like social media. "“I had a lot of support from my teammates and my coaching staff, and it just feels good to be back to my old self,” said Toppin. “I feel good mentally and physically. So we just move forward and try to get better as a team from here.”" This is a quote from former UK basketball player Jacob Toppin

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mariaholding — 2024-02-10 17:38:52 UTC

In the past few months there have been several suicides by student athletes. Athletes are exposed to many factors that affect their mental health. Often times physical health takes priority over mental health. The NCAA stated that mental health concerns were highest for women, student-athletes of color, queer athletes, and student-athletes in economic hardship. Its ok to seek help. The article stated that "We must normalize conversations around mental health for student-athletes. A student-athlete struggling with suicidal thoughts may find it helpful to normalize conversations about what they are going through. Programs devoted to student-athlete mental wellness, whether they come from inside or outside athletic departments, could literally save a life."

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mariaholding — 2024-02-10 17:46:02 UTC

Although athletic participation can be beneficial for mental health in high school students, it can also lead to factors associating in a burnout. The article states that "Another finding is that male athletes who are “highly involved” in sports, are up to five times more successful in completing a suicide attempt than non-athletes or less involved athlete peers." Competing in athletic can have a positive effect for students mental health but it can also play a factor in depression and suicide in student athletes. the article also states "Do not think that just because a student is an athlete that he or she is immune to mental health issues. Take a stand, step in and be the difference in a student’s life."

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mariaholding — 2024-02-10 17:57:47 UTC

The article stated that "A study done by the National Athletic Trainers Association found that student athletes report experiencing negative emotional states more often than non-student athlete adolescents. " Many athletes self worth comes from their sport and their performance in it. Balancing academics, sleep, teammate relationships and other interests can be hard for student athletes.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-10 18:06:09 UTC

Few student athletes with mental illness seek help. The article stated that according to Daniel Eisenberg, an associate professor at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, who surveyed student-athletes before and after they participated in educational presentations to all 31 athletic teams at the university. He says that 33% of all college students experience significant symptoms of depression, anxiety or other mental health conditions. Among that group, 30% seek help. But of college athletes with mental health conditions, only 10% do." Some student athletes hide that they're struggling with their mental health and thats why its hard for loved ones to recognize that they are at risk for suicide and struggling. Most student athletes find it most comfortable to seek help from athletic trainers rather than loved ones, coaches and friends.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-10 18:13:41 UTC

Student athletes get the ability to do what they love and experience the thrill of competition, but also experience the weight of these factors affecting their mental health. The article stated that "Studies have shown that student-athletes experience psychological issues severe enough to warrant counseling at rates higher than non-athletes, with as many as 15% of athletes having such issues during their time on campus." The pressures of pursuing athletics while being a student include mental health problems, anxiety, eating disorders and substance abuse.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-15 14:18:39 UTC

This article is about underage drinking, the risk factors of it and the statistics of it. The article says that about 19.7% of youth from ages 14-15 have reported having at least one drink in their lifetime. The article also stated that youth are most likely to binge drink meaning they drink less than adults but when they do drink, they drink more. the article stated that "In 2022, approximately 646,000 youth ages 12 to 20 reported binge drinking on 5 or more days over the past month." I can use this article to cite the statistics of underage drinking.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-15 14:27:49 UTC

This article is about underage drinking, its risk factors and how it can be prevented. In the article it says that youth who drink are more likely to experience social problems, higher rates of absences in school, physical problems such as hangovers and illness, increased risk of homicide and suicide, misuse of other problems, legal problems and more. The article also stated that "The 2021 Youth Risk Behavior Survey³ found that among high school students, during the past 30 days

23% drank alcohol.
11% binge drank.
5% of drivers drove after drinking alcohol.
14% rode with a driver who had been drinking alcohol." Finally the article also stated that underage drinking can be prevented by increasing alcohol taxes, Enforcing laws prohibiting alcohol sales to minors, and more. I can use this to talk about why underage drinking is bad and what it can cause.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-15 14:36:09 UTC

This article is about underage drinking in the united states. 1,573 vehicle crashes, 1,121 homicides, 190 alcohol falls, burns, drowns and overdoses, and 718 suicides all occurred from underage drinking. The article stated that "Research indicates that alcohol use during the teenage years can interfere with normal adolescent brain development and increase the risk of developing alcohol use disorder. In addition, underage drinking contributes to a range of acute consequences, such as injuries, sexual assaults, alcohol overdoses, and deaths—including those from motor vehicle crashes." I can use this source to support why underage drinking is bad.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-15 14:55:13 UTC

This article is about underage drinking in the United States. It said that underage drinking is often started as a thing to look cool and to fit in. The article also stated that alcohol is the most commonly misused substance among Americas youth. Underage drinking is dangerous because it causes death and injuries, can interfere with brain development, increases the risk of physical and sexual assault, and more. The article also said that parents can help their children prevent underage drinking by having open communication and conversations with them about drinking. I can use this article to support why underage drinking is bad and how it can be prevented.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-15 14:58:15 UTC

This article is about the facts of underage drinking. The article stated that adults who had taken their first sip of alcohol before the age 15 were 6.5 times more likely to experience alcohol abuse disorder than those who didn't start drinking before the legal age. Underage/ early drinking is a risk factor for alcohol abuse. The article also stated that "In 2022, four out of five college students (80.5 percent) report they consumed alcohol in the past 12 months and 63 percent report consuming alcohol in the past 30-days. However, after reported pandemic-related rebound increases in harmful consumption in 2021, rates of binge drinking and high-intensity drinking have declined in 2022." I can use this article to talk about how underage drinking can lead to alcohol abuse in adulthood.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-15 15:17:00 UTC

This article is about the effect of teenage drinking on the brain and its harmful risks. In the article it says that Alcohol slows down the brain and makes it harder to process, and young people are more likely to have memory blackouts that where they can remember what happened when they were drinking. Alcohol abuse at a young age can increase the risk of experiencing mental health issues such as depression and anxiety and for people who experience mental health issues it can make these problems worse. I can use this article to support that underage drinking is bad for the brain and can cause/ increase mental health issues.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-15 15:28:46 UTC

This article is about teen drinking in the United States. The article started by stating that "Approximately one out of every ten alcoholic drinks in the U.S.A. is consumed illegally. Despite age 21 being the legal drinking age, children as young as 12 years old have engaged in under-age alcoholism. In fact, more than 70 percent of teens have consumed at least one alcoholic beverage by the time they reach age 18, which is still under the legal age." Binge drinking is a problem for teens. The article said that more than 90% of underage alcoholism is related to binge drinking. Underage drinking leads to physical, mental and social issues. The article also stated that ongoing underage drinking can lead to things such as physical assault as a perpetrator or victim, isolation, failing grades, liver disease and alcohol related cancers and more. I can use this article to support why underage drinking should be stopped and to show statistics of underage drinking.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-15 15:35:56 UTC

This article is about the facts of underage drinking. Underage drinking is when drinking occurs in someone under 21. In high school students nearly 1 in 3 drink alcohol, 1 in 20 have driven drunk and 1 in 5 have ridden in the car with someone who has consumed alcohol and is driving. Binge drinking is considered five or more drinkings in one sitting for men and four or more in one sitting for women. The article stated that "Underage drinking can have severe effects. In the United States, more than 3,500 people under 21 die each year for reasons related to excessive drinking." The article also said that alcohol abuse problems at school unplanned and unprotected sexual activity and more are all risks of underage drinking. I can use this article to share the facts about underage drinking and its risk factors.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-15 18:05:32 UTC

This article is about the problem of underage drinking. Underage drinking is drinking under the age of 21. The negative consequences of underage drinking include binge drinking, high risk drinking, heavy drinking and more. Young people use alcohol more than any other drug or addictive material. The article stated that "Underage drinkers experience a wide range of alcohol-related health, social, criminal justice, and academic problems." The article also said that some negative effects young drinkers reported are recklessness, aggression, lack of awareness and lack of control. I can use this article to so support why underage drinking is bad.

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mariaholding — 2024-02-15 18:15:17 UTC

This article is about underage drinking, its signs and risk factors. Underage drinking is drinking alcohol under the age of 21, and it is illegal. Some negative consequences that adolescence can experience from underage drinking include, social issues, problems in school, STDs health concerns and more. Signs of underage drinking include development of behavioral or academic problems, loss of interest or hobbies, inability to concentrate and memory problems and more. I can use this article to talk about the signs of underage drinking and what to watch out for.