Self-Injury Awareness Day is recognized internationally on March 1st. The event brings awareness about the prevalence of self-harm among individuals. Past research has shown that…
Millions of teens struggle with mental health disorders all over the world. However, some teens may be unaware of their situation. Mental health is a…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition triggered by a powerful traumatic event. While commonly associated with combat veterans, PTSD can happen to anyone who…
Although drug abuse has declined in the past 20 years (1), teens are using certain substances, like marijuana, more than ever. Mental illness and substance…
Teen depression and substance abuse are closely linked. Mental health problems can lead to self-medicating, where you use drugs and/or alcohol to alleviate symptoms like…
Learning how to talk about mental health to teens is an equally difficult task. Teens may not have as much understanding of the root of…
What do you do when the whole world seems to be falling apart? That is a question on everybody’s mind these days. With the stock…
Balancing academics, social needs, and future goals during adolescence can be stressful. Especially when you struggle with a mental health condition. Mental health with teens…
Without proper treatment, mental health disorders can cause disabling symptoms, which can impact academics, social life, and relationships. Mental health stigma and teens is an…
It is shocking to learn that half of all mental health disorders begin displaying symptoms by age 14. That means it is especially important to…