All About The Balance

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School work, friends, relationships, extracurricular activities, family life—it can all seem overwhelming, but it’s all about balance. It may seem difficult, especially when you are dealing with stressful situations, but with some planning and good self-care, you can manage successfully. Here are some tips:  Remember that however you use these tips depends on what your … Read more

How to Reduce Your Screen Time

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Can you imagine living without a phone? No more following your friends on social media or constantly streaming shows. No more easy online shopping or watching hilarious videos. But also… no more depression from comparing yourself to others on social media. No more anxiety from being bombarded with information. No more strangers telling you how … Read more

Helping Homeless Teens

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If you find out that a classmate or peer is homeless, you may feel sad, scared, or overwhelmed. It can be hard to imagine that someone in your circle lives such a drastically different life than you do. Or, you may find that you share similar struggles of food insecurity or safety concerns. Whatever the … Read more

Getting Help with Substance Abuse: Drugs and Alcohol

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Many teens experience depression, anxiety, emotional or physical pain, and other mental health struggles. Coping with these is not easy, and without a support system, some teens turn to substance use to manage their struggles. Others think alcohol and drugs are “cool” or will bring them social acceptance. Whatever the reason, using these substances can … Read more

14 Tips to Take Care of Your Own Mental Health

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Your mental health is so important, but it can be hard to find time to take care of yourself. Luckily, you can improve your mental health even when you can’t take the day off or spend time with others! Here are 12 tips to help you get through challenging times:

Managing Stress

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Being a teenager can be hard. Maybe you’ve been abandoned, dealt with a messy breakup, or experienced a loss. Or maybe you’re just stressed about school, overwhelmed by people’s expectations, or simply dealing with a lot of hormones. It’s totally normal to feel upset, but here are a few suggestions for coping with tough moments: … Read more

5 Daily Habits for Overall Health

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Life can get really busy, and it’s super easy to forget about taking care of ourselves. There are many ways to do self-care during your busy day, and keeping up with good habits is key to staying healthy, both physically and mentally. Here are 5 daily health habits you can start today! Stay Hydrated You’ve … Read more