Mental Health

Young people face many obstacles as they enter their teenage years. As their brains and bodies develop at a dramatic pace, teenagers also have greater expectations placed on them—especially in [...]

Trauma is a serious mental health issue affecting teens in the United States. The Department of Veterans Affairs estimates that 5% of teens aged 13-18 will develop a trauma-related mental illness [...]

Many, if not all teenagers, experience traumatic events at some point in their lives. For most teens, they will struggle, address, and overcome the feelings and emotions associated with these [...]

Adolescence is a time of tremendous change and tumult. As body and brain growth accelerates, teens face increasing peer, academic, and family pressures. These changes are often overwhelming, and [...]

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 stresses, peer pressure, [...]

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 academic and family [...]

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 statistics provided by Pew [...]

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, it is common to see how [...]

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, nightmares, and other anxiety [...]

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 provide temporary relief, [...]