Guiding Youth Through Adversity

with Joy Mahler of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast

The Centers for Disease Control estimates more than 9% of children between the ages of three and seventeen suffer from anxiety. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast works on providing key mentorship during these challenging times for kids. Organization CEO Joy Mahler discusses.

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Oct 04, 2022

Hosted by: Nathalia Ortiz
Produced by: Florida Newsmakers Team
#Florida #Local #General Interest #Community
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