As the coronavirus crisis continues to unfold worldwide, it’s hard not to feel some anxiety. Grocery shelves are empty, schools are closing, and millions of people are working from home. Here’s how to quell stress and anxiety amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Manage your media diet As your media exposure increases, so does your anxiety level. […]
The Psychological Aftermath of School Sh...
Mass school shooting has become a national nightmare, and it seems to have no end. Statistics from the Center for Homeland Defense and Security showed 11 separate school shootings in 2019. The body counts have risen even more significantly in the past few years. The incident that took place in Bellaire High School last […]
Juul: The Vaping Trend that Ignited a He...
Over the last decade, teen smoking has been on the decline. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, only 1 in 25 high school students smoke cigarettes daily in 2018. But as cigarette smoking seems to be on the decline, another method of nicotine use has managed to hook today’s youth – […]
Influence of Social Media on Teenagers
Social media is an integral part of today’s society. We use it as a portal for communication and entertainment. While social media can have a positive effect, spending too much time on social media can take a toll on a person’s mental and emotional health. Studies have shown that teens spend more time each day […]