Know the Facts About Teenage Depression
According to statistics from Mental Health America, more than 13% of teenagers between 12 and 17 reported suffering from at least one severe depressive episode in 2020. Teenage depression [...]
Video Game Addiction Explained
Gaming is a hobby for billions of people worldwide. You may enjoy playing video games to bond with your children or connect online with friends. Many online, phone and [...]
Internet Addiction and How It Can Affect Your Child
Internet access went from somewhat of a luxury item to a must-have utility in only a few years. It’s so ubiquitous that many people now rely on the internet [...]
Therapy for Teenage Depression
Emotional upheaval is a typical characteristic of puberty, but sometimes it can be challenging to tell the difference between everyday teenage angst and a more severe mental health issue [...]
7 Reasons Why People Self-Harm & How to Get Them Help
Self-harm—also called self-injury, self-abuse, self-mutilation, and often “cutting” when it involves a sharp object—is known to occur in at least 10 to 20 percent of the U. S. population. Around [...]
Do Inhalants Cause Brain Damage?
If you’ve ever worked in a manufacturer’s legal department, you’re probably familiar with discussions on how to avoid liability for damages done by someone’s using products in an inappropriate manner. [...]
Self-Harm in Young Professionals
When individuals become overwhelmed, whether by mood disorders or the stressors of daily life, they may attempt to cope in destructive ways. For some, this means engaging in self-harm. [...]
Does Your Child Have a Technology Addiction?
Many parents find themselves frustrated with pre-teens and teens who just won’t get off their phones or computers. While this may only be a minor annoyance to some, others [...]
Link Between Teen Substance Use and Perception of Control
This month, researchers from the University of Bristol discovered a new link between adolescent substance use and their locus of control. This potential indicator of future tobacco and alcohol [...]
