Eating disorders and disordered eating affect young men across the country every day. Peer pressure, fear of failure, daily stress, and the need for control…
Depression affects people from all walks of life. Today, teenagers are increasingly likely to suffer from depression. Social media, isolation, video games, academics, and life…
Self-harming behavior can be one of a parent’s worst nightmares. Today’s teens are likely to engage in self-harming for various forms of stress relief. Because…
Today’s teenagers are under immense pressure. Fear of failure, social expectations, and prolonged stress lead many teens to disordered eating habits. Social media and constant…
People all over the world live with mood disorders every day. Increased understanding of brain chemistry, emotions, and symptoms of mood disorders has greatly increased…
Research shows that millions of children in the US experience some form of trauma each year. Most of the cases go unreported because many adolescents…
Eating disorders can occur for a variety of reasons. But it is important to understand anyone can ultimately develop an eating disorder. Adolescence can be…
Being a teenager isn’t easy. First, teens need to keep their grades up in tough high school subjects. Second, they’re pressured to join many extracurricular…
Winter months can be challenging for young people. Changes in schedule, shorter days, and less time outside all contribute to seasonal depression or seasonal affective…
Disordered eating affects teens across the United States every day. Social pressure, fear of failure, and undiagnosed co-occurring disorders all impact a teen’s eating behaviors.…
