What Is Body Dysmorphic Disorder?
Most teens — in fact, most people of all ages — can find something about their bodies that they don’t like. Your son might wish he were taller or more […]
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How to Help Teens Cope with Social Anxiety
Many teenagers go through awkward periods during their middle- and high school years. If this social awkwardness begins to develop into social anxiety, your teen might have a hard time
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October Is National Bullying Prevention Month
Since 2006, October has been recognized as National Bullying Prevention Month by Pacer’s National Bullying Prevention Center. While bullying is often considered a normal, inevitable experience that most children have
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What Are Co-Occurring Disorders in Teens and How Are They Treated?
For a number of years, mental health experts asked themselves: does depression bring on addiction? Or does addiction bring on depression? However, what mental health researchers have found is that
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Parent’s Guide to Recognizing Depression in Teens
Many teens go through periods of time when they feel down and blue. If these feelings persist for longer than two weeks or they are impacting your teen’s daily life,
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How to Support a Friend with a Mental Illness
There are some circumstances in life that can quickly make us tongue tied, such as what to say to someone when a loved one has passed away. Along with death
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5 Ways Owning a Pet Can Improve Mental Health
You’ve heard pets (namely dogs) referred to as “man’s best friend.” With over 60 percent of Americans owning a pet, there’s a good chance that you or someone close to
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Adolescent Suicide Risk Factors and Prevention
Suicide: It’s every parent’s worst nightmare when it comes to their teens and young adult children. Almost 30,000 Americans commit suicide each year, and it’s the third-leading cause of death
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Managing Mental Health Problems in High School Athletes
Many teens who are involved with sports in high school are considered to be in great shape when it comes to their mental health. After all, they might be able
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October Is Bullying Prevention Month
October: It’s a month filled with pumpkin-flavored coffee, jack o’lanterns, baking-scented candles, and all of the other accouterments of autumn. It’s also Bullying Prevention Month. Kids have been back in
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