Stigma, the unwarranted shame and disgrace associated with mental illness, is a serious problem affecting the estimated 61.5 million Americans who experience mental illness in…
Research indicates the human brain continues to develop throughout adolescence. In particular, the area of the brain associated with complex reasoning, thinking before acting and…
The adolescent years have always been seen as a time when teens often pull away from their parents, develop their identities and assert their independence.…
For adolescents dealing with mental illness, one of the most challenging aspects can be overcoming the stigma associated with it. According to a study by…
Chicken and couscous salad 1 1/4 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1 (5.7-ounce) box uncooked couscous 1 1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken 1/2…
Good parents want to help their children experience the best in life. But sometimes it is difficult to know how to help, especially during adolescence.…
Cranberry Lemon Pound Cake 1C Butter 2 ½ C Fresh Cranberries 1 ¾ C Sugar 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice 2 Tbsp Lemon Zest 2…
Ingredients Marinade Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil 1/3 cup soy sauce 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar 1/4 cup honey 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp…
Experiencing personal challenges as a teen can be painful and confusing. Some kinds of struggles are invisible to others, but they still deeply affect the…
Information from the National Alliance on Mental Illness indicates that approximately one in five people in the United States—approximately 43.8 million people—experiences mental illness in…