Mental Health

Asperger syndrome is a condition that is on the autism spectrum; this means that children and teenagers with Asperger syndrome have what is usually a mild form of autism. Sometimes […]

As teens grow into adulthood, they can face some physical, mental, emotional, and social challenges. Their bodies change, they must overcome strong emotions, some suffer from mental health issues, and

Spring break: A full week off from school for your teen. He or she might be looking forward to sleeping in and spending hours watching Netflix. Or they might plan

Domestic violence in the home is a widespread epidemic that can affect families of all types and in all socioeconomic brackets. Unfortunately, this type of violence is often kept secret

Now that your child is a teenager, you’ve probably started handing over the reins when it comes to making health decisions. Your teen can decide for him- or herself when

Social challenges in teens today are, in some ways, greater than those faced by young people in past generations. Teens today communicate via the Internet, social media, email, and text. They

Do you have a support system? Who are the people you go to first when you get good news? How about when you get bad news? Having a support system

You might already know that journaling is a great outlet. It’s recommended for anyone, from children to adults, who wants to relax, become more grateful, and get to know themselves

There are many myths and misconceptions surrounding mental illness. This is particularly true when the mental health conditions affect children and teenagers. Take a look through this list of nine common misconceptions

Many people look at January as a time of renewal. It’s a time to make resolutions and to think about how you want this year to look different from last