Articles by Will Capriola, Outreach Assistant

Will Capriola is the Outreach Assistant for The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). He supports the team’s efforts to disseminate educational resources to families and collaborate with other youth and family-serving institutions. To learn more about Will, or to contact him directly, please see Our Team.

Low Self-Esteem: Where Does It Come From and What Can Adults Do to Help?

March 24, 2022

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Low Self-Esteem: Where Does It Come From and What Can Adults Do to Help?

You can also listen to more about self-esteem below, or ‘Shrinking It Down’ wherever you get your podcasts. Let’s consider two adolescent scenarios. First, Sasha: Sasha was born a worrier. She’s always been a shy, sensitive kid with a lot of anxiety. Luckily, she’s had supportive family members, friends, and teachers, who have gently pushed […]

Happiness Comes in Green: The Mental Health Magic of Nature for Our Children

December 28, 2021

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Happiness Comes in Green: The Mental Health Magic of Nature for Our Children

* * * Why Every Child Deserves to Spend Time in Nature * * * This past summer, after months of staring at my own reflection on Zoom, I was lucky enough to accompany 35 kids and teens to Revere Beach as part of my work at the MGH Revere Youth Zone. Standing in the […]