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Skateboarding’s Role in Youth Development: New GOSKATE Research Studies Reveal Powerful Benefits
GOSKATE has released the first two studies in its 2025 research series, highlighting the powerful impact of skateboarding on youth development. The studies focus on skateboarding’s role in preventing substance abuse and promoting mental health. Findings show that skateboarding helps reduce substance use, with 78% of skaters reporting less stress and 85% managing anxiety through the sport. Additionally, skateboarding is shown to improve mental well-being, with 82% of skaters feeling calmer and 88% reporting improved mood. GOSKATE encourages skaters to contribute to ongoing research by sharing their experiences.
At GOSKATE, we are dedicated to providing the latest research and data surrounding skateboarding and its impact on youth culture. With the largest network of professional skate instructors and student skateboarders, we gather valuable insights directly from the skateboarding community, offering a unique perspective on the sport’s broader benefits. We’re proud to announce the release of a new series of research studies that highlight skateboarding’s positive effects on youth development, focusing on substance abuse prevention and mental health.
As part of our ongoing commitment to understanding the impact of skateboarding, GOSKATE is conducting a series of studies in 2025. The first two reports, released today, examine the significant benefits skateboarding offers in preventing substance abuse and supporting mental health, particularly for young people. These findings not only affirm the value of skateboarding but also provide a pathway for healthier communities.
Research Series Overview: Understanding Skateboarding’s Impact on Youth
GOSKATE’s 2025 research series will include multiple studies, each exploring different aspects of how skateboarding can support positive youth development. The first two studies dive into how skateboarding helps prevent youth substance abuse and promotes mental well-being.
First Study: Skateboarding as a Powerful Tool for Youth Substance Abuse Prevention
The first research study demonstrates how skateboarding can act as a strong deterrent to substance abuse among young people. As youth substance abuse continues to be a significant concern, finding alternative prevention methods is essential. Our study found that skateboarding provides a unique blend of physical activity, community engagement, and personal growth, all of which help protect youth from harmful behaviors such as drug and alcohol use.
Key findings include:
- 78% of skaters reported experiencing less peer pressure to engage in substance use compared to non-skaters.
- 85% said that skateboarding has become a positive outlet, giving them more structured time away from harmful influences.
- 70% indicated that the skateboarding community has offered them strong emotional support, fostering a sense of belonging and reducing the risk of substance abuse.
For a deeper look into how skateboarding supports youth substance abuse prevention, read the full research report on the GOSKATE website – GOSKATE Research Study: Skateboarding’s Impact on Youth Substance Abuse Prevention.
The Second Study: Skateboarding for Mental Health and Stress Relief
The second study focuses on the powerful mental health benefits of skateboarding, especially in relation to managing stress, anxiety, and overall emotional well-being. Many skaters, such as GOSKATE instructor Alex Martinez, have shared that skateboarding has provided them with a healthy alternative to negative coping mechanisms, offering a way to clear their minds and reduce stress.
Quantitative findings from this study include:
- 82% of skaters said that skateboarding helps them feel calmer and less stressed.
- 88% stated that skateboarding significantly improves their mood, helping them manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.
- 74% believe that skateboarding promotes mental clarity and focus, helping them make better life choices and avoid unhealthy coping mechanisms.
The combination of physical activity and personal achievement is key in lifting mood and reducing anxiety. As a result, skateboarding becomes not only an enjoyable sport but also an effective tool for managing emotional well-being and supporting mental health.
To explore the full findings and dive deeper into how skateboarding benefits mental health, read the complete research report “GOSKATE STUDY: Skateboarding as a Catalyst for Social and Community Engagement”.
Join the GOSKATE Community and Contribute to Our Research
At GOSKATE, we are constantly gathering insights from the skateboarding community, and we encourage skaters, instructors, and enthusiasts to contribute to our ongoing studies. If you have thoughts, experiences, or data you’d like to share, please reach out to us at hello@goskate.com. Together, we can continue to advance our understanding of skateboarding’s positive influence on youth.
We are excited to share these valuable findings and look forward to releasing more studies throughout 2025. Stay tuned for future updates as we continue to explore the many ways skateboarding can help foster a healthier and more supportive environment for young people.
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Stallard Kane Exposes Real-Life Workplace Safety Fails to Raise Awareness Across UK Businesses
Gainsborough, UK – Leading risk and compliance specialists Stallard Kane have revealed shocking real-life workplace safety oversights to highlight the often-overlooked dangers in everyday work environments. From melting plastic bags on electric hobs to duct-taped hammers still in use, the company’s health and safety team has encountered firsthand how minor neglect can escalate into major incidents.
The incidents, observed during routine workplace assessments, are being shared as part of Stallard Kane’s campaign to raise awareness around the importance of maintaining safety protocols—even in seemingly low-risk environments like offices and break rooms.
Everyday Oversights, Major Risks
Among the real examples shared:
- Plastic Shopping Bags on Active Hob: An employee unknowingly activated an electric hob by placing shopping bags on the counter, narrowly avoiding a fire.
- Toaster Knife Hazard: An employee attempted to retrieve toast using a metal knife—while the appliance remained plugged in.
- Frayed Carpet Trip Risk: A loose carpet edge was left unaddressed, creating a serious trip hazard.
- Overflowing Bins in Kitchens: Poor hygiene and food waste led to risks of contamination and pest infestation.
- Improper Tool Use: A kitchen knife was used in place of a box cutter, increasing risk of personal injury.
- Makeshift Repairs: A broken hammer held together with duct tape was discovered in active use, posing danger to workers.
“These are not just one-off mistakes,” said a spokesperson at Stallard Kane. “They are signs of deeper issues—lack of awareness, poor training, and cultures that overlook ‘small’ safety risks. Our job is to help employers see how these everyday scenarios can quickly become dangerous.”
Preventable Problems, Practical Solutions
Stallard Kane advocates for proactive risk assessments, employee safety training, and clear reporting procedures to address small hazards before they cause harm.
“Most of these incidents are entirely preventable,” the Nathan Jones added. “It all comes down to embedding a strong safety culture and making practical changes—like having the right tools, maintaining clean environments, and empowering staff to speak up.”
Supporting Compliance and Safety
As one of the UK’s leading HR, Employment Law, and Health & Safety consultancies, Stallard Kane supports businesses in creating safer workplaces and achieving full legislative compliance. Their tailored services span health & safety audits, staff training, risk management, and beyond.
For editors, interviews or additional safety case studies, contact Stallard Kane via the details below.
About Stallard Kane
Stallard Kane is a UK-based consultancy specialising in Health & Safety, HR, Employment Law, and Training solutions for businesses of all sizes. With a client-focused approach, the company delivers tailored compliance services that not only meet legal requirements but also foster safer, more productive working environments. Backed by a team of experienced advisors and sector specialists, Stallard Kane partners with organisations to reduce risk, promote well-being, and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance. From workplace safety audits to bespoke training and HR support, Stallard Kane is trusted by businesses across the UK to protect their people and their future.
For more information, visit: https://www.stallardkane.co.uk
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The Beginning and Ending to a Cycle A Memoir of Strength Survival and Healing
This powerful self-help memoir, Amber Couch shares her journey through trauma, addiction, and mental health struggles, offering hope and resilience to those facing their own battles.
New York, United States, 4th Jul 2025 – Author Amber Couch shares her deeply personal and inspiring journey in The Beginning and Ending to a Cycle, a powerful self-help memoir that explores themes of trauma, resilience, and healing. Through her story, Amber sheds light on the struggles of depression, anxiety, abuse, abandonment, and addiction—offering a message of hope to those who feel lost in their own battles.

In this gripping and emotional book, Amber Couch invites readers into the darkest corners of her past, where silent suffering and invisible wounds shaped her journey. With raw honesty, she shares the challenges she faced and the internal battles she fought, revealing how emotional pain can feel like an endless cycle. But more importantly, she shows that cycles can be broken. The Beginning and Ending to a Cycle is not just a story about hardship. It is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of transformation. This self-help book is more than a memoir; it is a guide for those seeking the courage to reclaim their lives.
This memoir is a companion for anyone struggling to find light in their own darkness. Amber’s story reminds readers that healing is not a straight path, but a journey of perseverance. Through vivid storytelling and heartfelt reflection, she encourages those facing similar struggles to believe in the possibility of change. Rather than offering empty words or quick solutions, she provides a deeply personal narrative that speaks to the heart, offering comfort, understanding, and motivation to move forward. Readers of self-help books will find this story both relatable and inspiring, reminding them that even in the toughest times, resilience can lead to renewal.
About the Author:

Amber Couch has been writing since the age of nine, using storytelling as a way to express herself and make sense of the world around her. Born and raised in Wilmington, Delaware, she has always had a passion for creating meaningful stories that connect with readers on a deep level. After years of personal growth and self-discovery, Amber finally stepped into the literary world to share her own truth in The Beginning and Ending to a Cycle. Now, she is working on her second book, a children’s fiction story, proving her versatility as a writer.
Through her work, Amber aims to inspire others to find their inner strength, no matter how difficult their circumstances may be. She understands that trauma and pain can shape a person’s life, but she also believes in the power of resilience and personal growth. Her debut book serves as a reminder that no matter how painful the past may be, the future is still unwritten and there is always hope for a new beginning.
Where to Get the Book
The Beginning and Ending to a Cycle is now available for purchase on Amazon.
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From Prison to CAL FIRE – Thomas Cronins True Story Lights Up the World of Inmate Firefighting
A best-selling biography and memoir book, Broken Chains of an Inmate Firefighter, reveals how one man found redemption and purpose while battling wildfires behind bars.
Best-selling author Thomas Cronin is proud to announce the release of Broken Chains Of An Inmate Firefighter, a powerful new Biographies & Memoirs book that tells the true story of how one man found purpose, redemption and a new life through the California Inmate Firefighter Program.

The book is now available on Amazon and is already inspiring readers from all walks of life.
In Broken Chains Of An Inmate Firefighter, Thomas Cronin shares his personal transformation from a prisoner with a troubled past to a respected CAL FIRE firefighter. Through honest storytelling and deep emotion, Cronin shines a light on the real experiences of inmate firefighters and the risks they take, the strength they show and the personal growth they find in serving others during California’s worst wildfires.
This Biographies & Memoirs work takes readers behind the fire lines and inside fire camps, showing what daily life looks like for inmate firefighters.
It answers the hard questions: What do they go through? How do they feel when saving lives while still wearing prison-issued clothes? What does it mean to earn respect again after years of regret?
Cronin’s journey is not only about fighting fires. It’s about fighting inner battles, overcoming addiction, and holding onto faith. “I became addicted again, but this time to a job and a dream,” he writes.
The book honors the thousands of men and women who have served in the California Inmate Firefighter Program for over seventy years, risking their lives while seeking a second chance.
Thomas Cronin currently serves as a Firefighter-1 with CAL FIRE, having completed multiple fire seasons with dedication and courage. His book started as a heartfelt letter to his mom and grew into a nearly 400,000-word hand-written manuscript.
After years of hard work and editing, he’s proud to bring this story to readers everywhere. This is his first book and it has already gained attention for its raw honesty and powerful message.
Perfect for firefighters, CAL FIRE personnel, CDCR employees, prisoners and former inmates, people of faith, victims of fire and those facing addiction, this Biographies & Memoirs title offers a rare and real look at a program many Californians don’t even know exists. It also helps taxpayers understand how their support helps transform lives.
Thomas Cronin stands as proof that people can change, second chances matter and sometimes the strongest heroes come from the most unlikely places. His courage to share this story makes Broken Chains Of An Inmate Firefighter not just another Biographies & Memoirs book—it makes it a movement of hope.
Broken Chains Of An Inmate Firefighter is now available on Amazon:
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