Youth Services at M&BPN

Youth Services at M&BPN Providing comprehensive sexuality ed/life skills to youth across the Southern Tier of New York!
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In a world where knowledge of any kind is accessible at the tips of our fingers, it just makes sense that teens and adults alike would seek out information on sexual health from online sources like social media. Unfortunately, a lot of the information frequently used is inaccessible, not inclusive, and at worst, inaccurate. The mission of this page is to provide a reputable, accurate, and inclusiv

e source of information for teens and their parents/guardians to get the facts they need to stay safe. Our hope is that information you find on this page can help supplement your own knowledge about sexual health and provide conversation starters for parents, teens, dating partners, and friends about sexual health and individual wellness.⁠

Similar to the “Sunday scaries”, September, with the return to school and other seasonal changes, might bring anticipato...
09/01/2026

Similar to the “Sunday scaries”, September, with the return to school and other seasonal changes, might bring anticipatory anxiety for many. Checking in with friends, family and yourself can help during these times of transition.

Other tips to help fight these 'September scaries' include anticipating any seasonal challenges, practicing mindfulness by taking walks, listening to music etc., and planning ahead by making to-do lists or meal planning. For more information and tips, check out the articles at the following links:
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/sunday-scaries
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/podcasts/health-essentials/tips-to-tame-the-sunday-scaries

Wellness isn't just eating healthy or exercising; it's about caring for every part of yourself! That includes your menta...
08/25/2026

Wellness isn't just eating healthy or exercising; it's about caring for every part of yourself! That includes your mental health, your friendships, your environment, and making time to learn and grow. Find the habits that help you feel balanced, supported, and ready to take on each day.

Small habits like taking breaks and putting your phone down can make a big difference for your mind and body. Your scree...
08/18/2026

Small habits like taking breaks and putting your phone down can make a big difference for your mind and body. Your screen needs a break, and so do you. Here are 6 simple tips for a healthier digital day!

The “attention economy”, defined as ‘the business models and designs that capture, track and monetize users’ time and at...
08/13/2026

The “attention economy”, defined as ‘the business models and designs that capture, track and monetize users’ time and attention’, is increasingly taking advantage of young children and youth. Just as it does in adults, digital platforms that emphasize visually engaging, short form content with minimal educational or developmental value negatively affects the youth who consume it.

Finding alternatives such as better, more intentional online content, engaging in offline activities and developing emotional regulation skills are critical, as well as taking a break from those platforms that serve up short form and AI generated videos. For more information, go to the link for the full article:
https://www.zerotothree.org/open-letter/how-the-attention-economy-impacts-young-children/

Many of our programs begin with group rules to help create an inclusive environment for everyone. One of them is to ackn...
08/11/2026

Many of our programs begin with group rules to help create an inclusive environment for everyone. One of them is to acknowledge intent over impact. What does that mean?

When we're learning and growing together, we're bound to make mistakes. It's human! Sometimes, we ask questions or make comments with good intentions but then actually hurt the feelings of someone else in the room. Even though hurting someone wasn't the intention, it happened, it's important for the individual to acknowledge the impact that has, apologize, and move forward. When we own our impact, we can learn more and then we do better! It's through this process we create inclusive, growing, and healing community spaces for all people, inside the classroom, and outside, (like on social media!). Any trusted adult can put this into practice and be a role model for the young people in their lives.

Providing mental health support never takes a day off. Here are a handful of mental health resources for anyone in need...
07/30/2026

Providing mental health support never takes a day off. Here are a handful of mental health resources for anyone in need, particularly for communities of color. Additional resources are included in the following pdf from Mental Health America:https://mhanational.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-BIPOC-Toolkit-Resource-List.pdf

Intersectionality, a term coined by Kimberlé Crenshaw in 1989, is used to describe the way that various parts of a perso...
07/28/2026

Intersectionality, a term coined by Kimberlé Crenshaw in 1989, is used to describe the way that various parts of a person's identity, whether that be race, gender, sexuality, ability, class, religion, etc. impact their lived experience. Intersectionality is an important framework in a lot of conversations, including CSE, because it recognizes that individuals should be addressed and are different based on lived experience.

To learn more about it, check out Kimberlé Crenshaw's TedTalk "The Urgency of Intersectionality" (link in bio!)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akOe5-UsQ2o

When the world feels overwhelming, isolating, or heavy, connection can be a lifeline, especially in BIPOC communities. T...
07/21/2026

When the world feels overwhelming, isolating, or heavy, connection can be a lifeline, especially in BIPOC communities. This is why it's so important for young people to know who their trusted adults are and that the people in their lives are able to create safe, judgement-free spaces. This , we’re uplifting MHA’s BIPOC mental health resources, including a tip sheet on how to check in with young people, in July and beyond.
Learn more: mhanational.org/bipoc andhttps://mhanational.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Checking-in-with-young-people.pdf 🧡

As the digital age becomes commonplace for youth, it's really important for parents, caregivers, and adults who work wit...
07/16/2026

As the digital age becomes commonplace for youth, it's really important for parents, caregivers, and adults who work with youth to be aware of internet safety, particularly on social media. If this topic feels overwhelming -- you're not alone! Check out these tips to help you feel more confident when it comes to helping the youth in your life stay safe on social media

We love to document our vacations, our travels and all of the big and small moments in between. We also love to share t...
07/14/2026

We love to document our vacations, our travels and all of the big and small moments in between. We also love to share these pictures and videos on social media. However, as parents, caregivers and other trusted adults, it's important to be aware what and who we are sharing online, especially when it comes to the youth in our lives.

Next time you want to post your vacation or summer photo dump, consider how much personal information you're sharing, including the faces of kids and teens, whether they want to be in the photos or if they want their photos shared at all, and how widely you're sharing your photos or videos. 📾

As trusted adults, we set the example for how we want to young people in our lives to interact with social media. Click the link for more information on the concept of 'sharenting'.

https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/media-and-children/center-of-excellence-on-social-media-and-youth-mental-health/qa-portal/qa-portal-library/qa-portal-library-questions/sharing-photos-and-videos-of-children-on-social-media/?utm_source=MagnetMail&utm_medium=email&utm_term=CoE%20for%20Social%20Media&utm_campaign=2026%20April%2FMay%20Newsletter

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346 Grand Avenue
Johnson City, NY
13797

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16077720517

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