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ONE LIFE PROJECT
CENTER OF EDUCATION
AND RESEARCH
EDUCATE MINDS. ERASE STIGMA. EMPOWER OTHERS.
Welcome to the One Life Project’s Center for Education and Research. This comprehensive hub serves as a trusted source of education, research, and resources for children, teens, young adults, and parents. Explore a wide range of evidence-based content, featuring statistics, scientific insights, and expert knowledge, on critical topics such as mental health, suicide prevention, bullying, child development, self-esteem, and human rights.
Early Childhood and Youth
(Ages 4-10)
This Center will launch on March 18th, 2026.
The early years of childhood are a vital time for building confidence, understanding emotions, and developing healthy relationships. Between ages 4 and 10, children begin to explore the world around them, learn how to express their feelings, and form the foundations of their self-esteem. Supporting their mental and emotional well-being during this stage is essential for helping them grow into resilient and compassionate individuals.
Young children face unique challenges, such as learning to manage big emotions, navigating friendships, and understanding fairness and kindness. Early experiences with bullying, family changes, or confusion about feelings can impact their development. At the One Life Project, we are committed to providing age-appropriate education, support, and resources that nurture young children’s emotional growth and help create a safe, caring environment where every child feels valued and heard.
Pre-Teens and Teenagers
(Ages 11-17)
The pre-teen and teenage years are a time of rapid growth, self-discovery, and transition from childhood toward adulthood. During this period, young people face significant physical, emotional, and social changes that can deeply impact their mental health and well-being. Supporting teens’ mental health is essential—not only for their individual success but also for building stronger, more compassionate communities.
Young people in this age group encounter a wide range of challenges, from academic pressure and peer relationships to body image concerns and identity exploration. The influence of social media often intensifies these struggles, creating unrealistic expectations and feelings of comparison. Additionally, bullying, family dynamics, and societal pressures add complexity to their daily lives.
At The One Life Project, we are committed to educating, supporting, and advocating for pre-teens and teens across the country—helping them navigate these challenges with confidence, resilience, and hope.
College Students and Young Adults
(Ages 18-29)
The transition to college and young adulthood marks a significant and transformative phase in a person’s life. This period offers exciting opportunities for academic achievement, personal growth, and new relationships—but it also brings unique challenges that can impact mental health and well-being. Balancing academic demands, growing independence, and social pressures creates a complex environment where support is essential.
For many college students and young adults, stepping away from familiar support systems can lead to feelings of isolation, loneliness, and uncertainty about identity and belonging. Navigating new friendships, romantic relationships, peer expectations, and career decisions can add layers of stress and anxiety. It is crucial to have access to resources and communities that help young people build resilience, find connection, and develop the skills needed to thrive during this critical life stage.
Parents, Educators, and More
This Center will launch on March 1st, 2026.
Supporting the emotional well-being of young people is a community effort. Parents, educators, and other caring adults each play a vital role in guiding children, teens, and college students through the many emotional and mental health challenges they may face.
From a child’s first day of school to the final years of college, young people are constantly growing, learning, and navigating new experiences. These transitions come with excitement—but also with stress, confusion, and pressure.
Parents and caregivers provide the foundation of emotional support, while educators help foster safe learning environments where students feel seen and valued. Coaches, mentors, relatives, and other adults often serve as anchors—offering connection, guidance, and stability. When all of these adults work together, young people are more likely to feel supported, understood, and empowered.
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