Teenagers are experiencing higher levels of stress, which also leads to higher suicide and depression rates. As a parent or trusted adult, it can be difficult to know if a...
Category: Mental Health
Breaking the Stigma: The Hayden Hurst Story
Say it with us: "Don't make permanent decisions on temporary feelings." "Don't make permanent decisions on temporary feelings." "Don't make permanent decisions on temporary feelings." You may or may not...
How playing sports benefits your body…and your brain
Playing sports has many positive effects. That's common knowledge. Below, TED-Ed takes a look at the different health benefits of playing sports, including mental health. The victory of the underdog....
Mental Health First Aid
As mental health issues are being discussed more and unfortunately becoming a "buzzword," many of you are asking "what more can I do?" Mental Health First Aid is a great...
Social Media and Mental Health Self-Diagnosis
In today's world, the phrase "social media" and "mental health" go hand-in-hand. While social media can be a positive force in finding community and opening communication doors, sometimes the wrong...
A Parent’s Guide to Teen Health
You have enough on your plate as a parent when it comes to looking after your kids. Keeping an eye out for their mental state of being is another element...
Cameron Brink: But I Don’t Feel Okay
You might know the name Cameron Brink from her demeanor on the court playing for Stanford, her record breaking statistics, or signature braided hair. But there's much more to her...
What Causes Academic Stress in Teens?
Colorado Public Radio previously released a series about Colorado teens and their stressors. In this series, CPR talks to Colorado teens to find out which factors affect their stress levels...
Need a Mental Health Tune-Up?
When was the last time you took your car in for a tune-up? Do you make sure to do it regularly? What if a light comes on your dashboard? You...
Game Day Mental Preparation
Some kids might be pumped. Others might have anxiety. To get the most from each player, parents and coaches need to know their personalities — but there are a few...