The number of teens who experience suicidal thoughts is growing at a rapid pace. The number of hospitalizations as a result of suicidal thoughts or attempts nearly doubled from 2008 to 2015. Warning Signs of Suicidal Thoughts Thoughts of suicide among teens can vary from a passing...
The concept of self harm in teens is a horrifying one for parents; all of whom are deeply troubled by the concept of their precious children cutting, poisoning, or in any way hurting or endangering themselves. Even more disturbing is the fact that teens stand at...
While our physical health is an important part of what keeps us functioning in our everyday lives, many people forget how substantial our mental health can be on our success. Without good mental health, we are unlikely to be able to live normal, healthy, happy...
The Centers for Disease Control report that suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people aged 15 to 24; and the fourth leading cause of death for kids ages 10-14. Teen suicide risk is a growing problem in our world today, but...
Often in their ongoing efforts to cope with and ultimately overcome their struggles with mental health issues, teens often undergo multiple placements for treatment. Some young people in fact go through multiple treatment facilities before one that best addresses their issues and meet their needs....
So you really need to talk to your teen about a pressing family issue. And they promise to be right with you—as soon as they change their Facebook status, answer their DMs, Facetime for a few with their BF and perhaps even their BFF, and...
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a much-discussed psychological disorder that, despite its strong and easily identifiable name value, is often misunderstood. One percent of the population is afflicted with OCD; a condition in which they obsess to an unhealthy degree over certain things or matters in life,...
According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, more than 1 in 4 students, grades 6-12, have experienced bullying. Furthermore, bullying has expanded. It’s no longer confined to face-to-face interactions--now it can be anonymous through online harassment, giving it a whole new platform...
While teenagers are moving towards other social media platforms, Facebook remains one of the top social networks used by the age group. It’s becoming clearer and clearer that mental health issues are incredibly prevalent in the youth population. It looks like Facebook is striving to...
Teenagers can be all over the place. One moment they’re happy, the next they’re yelling at you for telling them to stop texting and look you in the eye. These shifts in mood are common amongst this age group, but sometimes it can be difficult...