Adolescent mental health is a primary concern in the United States. As we know, the teen years are a crucial period of body and brain growth. When coupled with academic [...]
It’s no surprise the teen years are an emotional rollercoaster. During this time, a teen’s body and brain experience enormous growth. Additionally, teens face increased [...]
Many parents often wonder how does social media affect teen mental health. Social media is a ubiquitous presence in everyday life—especially for teenagers. According to [...]
The teen years are challenging, and young people have a lot on their proverbial plate. From the explosive development in their brains and body to peer pressure and [...]
Teenage depression is a significant mental health issue that results in constant feelings of sadness or numbness and loss of interest in activities. With teen depression, [...]
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a severe condition caused by a traumatic incident that happened at some point in a person’s life. It leads to flashbacks, [...]
As parents, we do everything we can to keep our teenagers safe. But we can’t protect them forever. The pressures teens face can cause many to turn to drugs and alcohol, [...]
Mental health and addiction are often related. People with poor mental health may choose to self-medicate with drugs and alcohol. Although the illicit substances may [...]
There are a wide range of mental health disorders that impact teenagers on a daily basis, but none are more common than the many different anxiety disorders categorized [...]
