Teens are naturally impulsive. They are quick to react, without giving themselves time to reflect and respond with logic and reasoning. It’s typical for adolescents to be impulsive because impulsivity […]
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Sleep is essential for teens. There are so many changes occurring – emotionally, physically, psychologically – that the brain and body need the rest. It’s for this reason that teens
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If you’re a teen who tends to have emotional issues, experience depression, or struggle with suicidal thoughts, perhaps creating a plan for yourself might be a good idea. Likely, there
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Most teens want to play with their image. They may change their style of dress, try out styles that might be completely foreign to the family tradition, and color their
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In 2014, a study found that family rejection plays a significant role in whether a teen decides to commit suicide. The study followed adolescents after their discharge from a psychiatric
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A recent study explored the rates of depression among adolescents in California. Using data from the 2003 California Health Interview Survey, the study found that under 1/3 of California teens
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Loneliness is a difficult feeling and can be commonplace in adolescence. It’s easy to feel like you don’t fit in with the rest of your peers. It’s easy to believe
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One of the most common anxiety disorders among adolescents is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). It’s a diagnosis given to those teens who experience excessive and irrational worry for at least
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If you scan the Internet or go to a local bookstore, you’ll see plenty of information about teen mental illness, and depression in general. Depression is one of the most
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On February 22 of this year, Graham Moore, a young screenwriter gave a moving speech and directed some of his words towards teenagers. Moore is an Academy Award winner for
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