The Value of Peer Support for Teen Mental Health Each January, millions of people resolve to make constructive changes in their lives. Most of these have to do with personal success and self-improvement. But what if we all resolved to help each other a bit more instead? What if we did this in targeted ways, […]
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Why Self-Care Is Imperative for Teens (and Ways to Approach It) Now more than ever, the importance of self-care is touted for adults of all kinds, including parents, teachers, essential workers, and anyone at risk of burnout. Yet it’s particularly crucial for pre-teens and teenagers, who are navigating unique challenges that can impact their lives […]
Overcoming Seasonal Affective Disorder: Proven Tips and Strategies Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is more than just the “winter blues.” It’s a form of depression that occurs at a specific time of year, usually in the winter, when daylight hours are shorter. If you find yourself struggling with symptoms like feelings of sadness, decreased energy, and […]
Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder and Its Impact on Mental Health What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder? Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs in relation to the changing seasons. The symptoms usually start in the fall and continue into the winter months, affecting mood and energy levels. Less commonly, SAD can also […]
Neurodiversity and Mindfulness: Cultivating Mental Resilience and Well-being In recent years, the concept of neurodiversity has gained traction, challenging traditional views of neurological conditions as deficits to be corrected. Instead, neurodiversity advocates for the acceptance and celebration of neurological differences, such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, as natural variations of the human brain. Nonetheless, neurodiverse […]
Breaking the Stigma: Embracing Neurodiversity in Mental Health Conversations The dialogue surrounding mental health has evolved significantly over the years, but there’s still a long way to go — especially when it comes to embracing neurodiversity. Neurodiversity refers to the range of differences in individual brain function and behavioral traits, including conditions like autism, ADHD, […]
The Double-Edged Sword of Being Twice Exceptional Teens and pre-teens with different and advanced abilities often face more complex mental health challenges than their neurotypical counterparts. Here’s what you need to know about unusually talented neurodiverse young people and their unique wellness needs. What Does It Mean to Be Twice Exceptional? The term “twice exceptional” […]
The Impact of Neurodiversity on Family Dynamics, Mental Health Having a neurodiverse teen can be a unique and rewarding experience — certainly one to be celebrated, not simply endured — but it can also bring some challenges to family dynamics and relationships. A few of them include: The Path to Good Mental Health for the […]
How To Help Countless People (With Very Little Time and No Money) There’s no denying that, nationally and globally, we’re all living in some tense and chaotic times. Because the best of human nature includes reaching out to help others during difficult periods, people have truly shown up for good causes. During the pandemic, for […]
Reasons to Share Your Mental Health Story Have you ever noticed that simply discovering you share a difficulty with someone else can be just as comforting as any advice they might give? As is the case for other age groups, teen mental health stories often have much in common. This is excellent for helping adolescents […]