Facebook…the granddaddy of all social media has been accused of many things. It may cause narcissistic behavior, it thwarts healthy relationships, it lowers self-esteem and it even might cause you to be more depressed. As we previously reported, too much … Read More
While puberty used to occur around age 15 or 16, it has been occurring at younger ages over the last few decades. New research shows that girls in the U.S. are developing earlier than ever, a possible trend that is associated … Read More
A recent study published in Children and Youth Services Review validates previous research findings that suggest participation in youth development organizations such as Boys & Girls Clubs makes children and adolescents less likely to engage in problem behaviors. The authors, … Read More
Even under ideal circumstances, adolescence is a turbulent time. Furthermore, mourning the death of someone close is especially challenging during teen years. Recent research from the University of Melbourne’s School of Music suggests that music therapy can help adolescents cope … Read More
According to statistics, 50% of students who attend college drop out or fail out. Though there are a variety of reasons this number is so high – including financial – scientists have learned that certain types of depression directly relate … Read More
It may turn out that investing all that time on facebook and blogging might have adverse affects on your mental health. In a recent study out of the UK published in the journal of Psycopathology, it was revealed that excessive … Read More
If parents need another good reason for helping their daughters manage stress and depression, a new obesity link study seems to demand it. It’s no secret that obesity is a major health issue in America, and according to the CDC … Read More
Teen and adolescent depression is a serious condition that can have long term consequences on a young person’s future. Teen with untreated depression are more likely to have trouble in school, and more likely engage in risky behavior, like unprotected … Read More
Once a young person has been diagnosed with teen depression, help is available. The teen years can be quite turbulent, and it’s normal for a teen to feel down sometimes. Modern adolescents are coping with the changes that occur once … Read More
