SUPPORT

Many studies over the years confirm that caring, supportive relationships with adults are critical for raising young people who are healthy and resilient. Support means freely giving young people love, affirmation, and acceptance; surrounding young people with caring families, guardians, friends, teachers, neighbors, and other adults; and helping young people know they belong, are not alone, and are both loved and lovable.

There are 6 developmental assets for Support:

Family Support: Family life provides high levels of love and support. Read the Family Support Newsletter (PDF 390k)

Positive Family Communication: Young person and her or his parent(s) communicate positively, and young person is willing to seek advice and counsel from parents. Read the Family Communication Newsletter (PDF 123k)

Other Adult Relationships: Young person receives support from three or more nonparent adults. Read the Other Adult Relationships Newsletter (PDF 534k)

Caring Neighborhood: Young person experiences caring neighbors. Read the Caring Neighborhood Newsletter (PDF 398k)

Caring School Climate: School provides a caring, encouraging environment.

Parents Involement in Schooling: Parent(s) are actively involved in helping young person succeed in school. Read the Parents Involvement in Schooling Newsletter (PDF 118k)