Amphetamine is a powerful stimulant that can lead to addiction if taken outside a doctor’s recommendation. Adderall is a brand-name version of amphetamine prescribed for…
Teen depression is a growing concern that has far-reaching implications, sometimes leading to unfortunate consequences like drug abuse. It’s a complex interplay of psychological, biological,…
An existential crisis does not only impact adults – it also impacts teenagers and young adults. Gifted children and teenagers often experience existential depression because…
Every child deserves a happy and healthy childhood. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration…
With fentanyl use on the rise in teens, parents or family members need to understand fentanyl’s side effects. Unfortunately, fentanyl abuse can lead to harmful…
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid and, therefore, part of what drives the fatalities of the opioid epidemic in the United States. According to the California…
You may already be familiar with the concept of self-harm, but you may wonder: Is self-harm addictive? And in cases of teen self-harm addiction, what…
Content Warning: this blog post discusses self-harm and self-injurious behavior and may not be suitable for certain viewers. If you or someone you love is…
Self-harm is one way that people respond to the symptoms of their mental health disorders. Self-harm occurs when somebody hurts themselves in response to painful…
Teens are also more prone to making risky and dangerous decisions because many parts of the brain, including the decision-making centers, take nearly 30 years…