The adolescent brain is not a child’s brain, well, at least not all the time. And it’s not an adult brain either. Yet, it’s the perfect tool for making the […]
The Teen Brain: It’s Strong but Vulnerable Read More »
Even after all the work that we’ve done to move past discrimination, welcome diversity, and extend arms of acceptance to all sexual orientations, we still have a long way to
Support LGBQT Teens at the Los Angeles Gay Halloween Street Party Read More »
Many articles on the Internet address teen concerns and challenges. Most of those articles are written not to emphasize that adolescence means trouble, but rather to provide support for parents
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There are so many stories both on the Internet and in print that describe a teen who committed suicide, or even worse – homicide, and later it came out that
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It might make sense that teens who experience post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a stress disorder that results from a traumatic experience, do better with social supports. That is, when
Those Who Have Social Supports May Improve Their Teen PTSD Symptoms Read More »
It’s a common story. Adolescents might get angry, have trouble getting along with their families, or have significant concerns that cause them to pick up and leave. They might feel
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If you’re like many teens who suffer from a depressed mood, it might help to know that regular exercise can be a life-changing tool. If you are experiencing episodes
Teens: Exercise Not Only Treats Depression, It Can Prevent It Too Read More »
Perhaps this article should point out right away that it’s not so much finding normal that is essential during adolescence, but it’s finding your normal that is crucial. According to
Teens: Finding Normal Is Your Primary Task Read More »
Teens in the digital age are accustomed to using social media, Internet, and mobile phone apps to access the information they need. They use digital devices to talk to their
Canadian Mental Health App Supports Teens With Anxiety and Depression Read More »
Okay, having a tool box doesn’t mean that you have a chest full of answers for all your exams. Rather, it means that you have the tools to not only
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