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  • What to Know About Prediction Markets and Youth Gambling Risks

    July 10, 2026

    Gambling, Teen/Youth

    What to Know About Prediction Markets and Youth Gambling Risks

    New forms of online gambling and speculative betting continue to evolve quickly. One growing [...]

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  • Pride Month for Families

    June 1, 2026

    Mental Health, Teen/Youth

    Pride Month for Families: How to Listen, Learn & Stand With Your Child

    Pride Month is a time to celebrate love, identity, and the freedom to be [...]

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  • Using Betting App Features to Manage Play During Soccer Tournaments

    June 1, 2026

    Gambling, Teen/Youth

    Using Betting App Features to Manage Play During Soccer Tournaments

    Major international soccer tournaments bring nonstop matches, global excitement, and a steady stream of [...]

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  • Nicasa Talks With The Broke Girl Society

    March 24, 2026

    Gambling, Prevention, Teen/Youth

    Nicasa Joins The Broke Girl Society Podcast

    Nicasa Behavioral Health Services recently had the opportunity to join The Broke Girl Society [...]

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  • What Is Nicasa’s Teen Court Program?

    February 5, 2026

    Community Services / Coalitions, Prevention, Teen/Youth

    What Is Nicasa’s Teen Court Program?

    For many young people, one mistake can feel like it defines everything that comes [...]

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  • Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month: Key Information for Teens and Families

    February 2, 2026

    Education, Mental Health, Prevention, Teen/Youth

    Teen Dating Violence Prevention and Awareness Month: Key Information for Teens and Families

    Relationships can be exciting and meaningful, but they also come with challenges. Every relationship [...]

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  • How Today’s Gambling Landscape Is Changing & How Nicasa Is Responding

    January 19, 2026

    Gambling, Teen/Youth

    How Today’s Gambling Landscape Is Changing And How Nicasa Is Responding

    A recent New York Times article, “Growing Up in the Midwest, Zach Everett Saw [...]

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  • Think Before You Gift

    December 9, 2025

    Gambling, Teen/Youth

    Think Before You Gift: Why Responsible Holiday Giving Matters

    Every year, the holiday season brings joy, celebration, and the fun of choosing the [...]

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  • Why Youth Gambling Is More Common Than You Think

    November 10, 2025

    Education, Gambling, Teen/Youth

    Why Youth Gambling Is More Common Than You Think

    When most people think of gambling, they picture slot machines, poker tables, lottery tickets, [...]

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  • Talking to Teens About Vaping: How to Start the Conversation with Confidence

    November 3, 2025

    Education, Prevention, Substance Use, Teen/Youth

    Talking to Teens About Vaping: How to Start the Conversation with Confidence

    If you’ve noticed more talk about vaping among your teen’s friends, or maybe even [...]

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