Anxiety in Teens While we often associate anxiety with adults, kids and teens can struggle with it just as much. Think about everything today’s teenagers have to deal with on a daily basis. They’re figuring out who they are and who they want to be. They’re navigating relationships, trying to […]
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The Research is Clear According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 90% of teenagers 13-17 have used social media. About 51% visit at least one social media site every day. On top of that, children are exposed to the Internet, smartphones, and social media platforms earlier and […]
The Dangers of Addiction for First Responders First responders are often (rightfully) touted as heroes. As the name states, they’re often the first to arrive at a traumatic scene, and they tend to run toward danger instead of away from it if it means being able to help someone else. […]
Have you experienced extreme amounts of stress? Do you worry too much about things you probably shouldn’t? Is this stress or worry keeping you from doing things you used to love? Whether you’ve recently experienced these feelings or if they’ve been around for a while, you don’t have to “just […]
Everyday ways to Loosen Anxiety’s Grip Naturally If there’s a silver lining to the fact that anxiety is such a common mental health issue, it’s that there are many different treatment options and management techniques. Most people know some of the standard practices when it comes to dealing with anxiety. Things […]
Dissecting the Roots of Anxiety Most people have a basic understanding of what anxiety is. You might even know some of the common symptoms. As the number one mental health condition across the globe, anxiety gets talked about a lot. However, it doesn’t get dissected as often as it should. What’s the problem […]
Do I Need Help with Healing from Trauma? Trauma is a word we hear often—on social media, in therapy discussions, and even in everyday conversations. But what does it actually mean? Is it just about major life-threatening events, or is it something more subtle and personal? Do I need help […]
What is perfectionism? There are varying opinions about perfectionism. Some see it as a good thing. After all, what’s wrong with having high expectations and doing your best? Except that really isn’t perfectionism. It’s not about doing your best; it’s about literally being perfect. Of course, that’s not possible for […]
Are you a teenager or young adult? Have you found yourself wishing you looked different? Do you wish you were taller, had more muscle mass, or that you had that perfect tan? Maybe you want to look like the “Instagram models” who always have their make-up done and that “effortless […]
How to Care for Yourself While Grieving Everyone has to deal with grief at some point in their lives. We all experience loss. While grief can impact people differently, it’s important to move through the stages of it in healthy, effective ways, so you can eventually start the next chapter […]