According to current statistics, about 4% of young people aged 13-18 suffer from some form of eating disorder, those being bulimia, anorexia, or binge-eating. Of this group of teens, over 90% are young girls who continue to struggle with their obsession with weight. In a...
The importance of goal setting and the successes it brings are frequently studied. Four categories can distill success focus, hold aim, build self-esteem, and reconcile the process’s length. In the rest of the article, we will go through these elements in more detail and how to...
Here at ViewPoint, we can’t stress enough the importance of focusing on sobriety during the holiday season. Certain things can trigger addiction and substance abuse during this time of year, especially during holiday celebrations among family and friends. The stress and pressure to have a...
Also referred to as the 'winter blues,' Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is essentially a category of depression typified by its recurring seasonal pattern. The symptoms of this disorder last roughly about 4 to 5 months each year. In the United States, the individuals afflicted with...
We need greater awareness for mental illness than just one month. That's why we want to review the goals of the awareness campaign based on the mental issues caused by quarantines and other Covid-19 strictures. Healing can be especially challenging based on Covid-19 quarantines and...
According to recent studies, suicide has become the second leading cause of death for people between the ages of 15 and 24. Meanwhile, the deadly trend is expanding to include higher numbers than ever before. At this rate, it's negligent not to talk to your...
Every teenager handles the stress of school in different ways, some healthier than others. But if you have been noticing that your teen has been feeling sick a lot more often, or calling out of class more often, or not wanting to leave your company,...
It’s a sad and painful fact that about 17% of adolescents engage in self-harm in the United States alone. These behaviors can be terrifying and confusing for the parents looking out for them. It may leave you unsure what to look for or where to...
It has been scientifically proven that people who actively participate in recreational activity are better adjusted. There are tremendous benefits not only physically but mentally as well. Recreational activities ease the everyday stresses of life and have been shown to reduce anxiety and depression. It doesn't...
Dealing with teenagers coming through at Viewpoint, we have noticed an impact on mental health connected to social media. While there are some benefits to learning technical skills and forming connections through this new type of technology, there are negatives that we must treat as...