October 10 is International Mental Health Day, and though the awareness of mental health has become a popular topic over the years as people are becoming more open about their struggles, mental illnesses such as depression and anxiety are rising...
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When Justin Bieber was discovered on YouTube by his now manager Scooter Braun at 13, he had no idea that sudden fame—especially at a young age—would have such immense impact on him as a 25-year-old adult. As it turns out...
Dear Carol, Lately I've been researching mental disorders because I’m wondering if I have one. When I tell people I have anxiety or depression, they say it’s only hormones. But a lot of teens have disorders. I’m not sure how to...
Amy and Jack are like most sibs—they love hanging in each other’s room, soaking up the sun on summer vacays and eating ice cream ‘til they can’t move. But there’s one major thing that has given Amy a new perspective...
Whether it’s skipping your best friends party, avoiding conversation with people or staring at a text for 30 minutes because you don't know how to respond, having social anxiety disorder (defined as fear of interaction with other people that brings...
Even in a world where the curvy girl is being celebrated more than ever (thanks Kim, Khloe, and Demi!), body shaming is still a prevalent issue. Women and men are facing ridicule from their peers and family regarding their weight...
The start of October means crunch time for figuring out your Halloween costume, but it also means something a little more important. This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week, and, in our busy lives, we usually don’t give enough thought...
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