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Mental Health Resources for Northern American Teens

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How Teens Can Access Mental Health Services in Vermont

If you break a bone or find yourself under the weather for a little too long, you would look for a way to get help. So, why should your...

Local Supports

Apr 164 min read

Mental Health Resources for Teens in Georgia

The topic of mental health is incredibly important in our daily lives. In fact, it helps us to cope with our individual stressors, to...

Local Supports

Apr 167 min read

How to Access Mental Health Resources in North Dakota as a Teen

Are you in danger or thinking about running away from home? Consider MHAND’s FREE Crisis Hotline: Text or call 988 Being a teenager in...

Local Supports

Apr 167 min read

What is Anorexia Nervosa?

Adolescence is a critical time for physical development in a person’s life. Given the proper nutrition, adolescence will be the time in a...

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Apr 87 min read

What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental illness that can develop after an individual experiences a traumatic event. Impacting...

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Apr 86 min read

What is Panic Disorder?

Have you ever been in a completely safe, everyday situation, but unexpectedly - and very suddenly - felt an overwhelming sense of fear...

Disorders

Apr 76 min read

What Is Bulimia Nervosa? A Guide For Teens

Do you ever feel guilty about eating? Do you obsess over your weight, even though everyone else thinks you look completely fine? Do you...

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Apr 76 min read

What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? A Teens Guide to Beating the Winter Blues

Ever notice how your mood changes with the seasons? You're not alone! Seasonal affective disorder, also known as SAD is a type of...

Disorders

Apr 77 min read

What is Agoraphobia?

Have you ever been affected by anxious thoughts or feelings while out in public? Or needed to leave a social gathering because of it?...

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Apr 74 min read

Am I Really Me? Understanding Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) in Teens.

Image Credit: Freepik. Have you ever thought about what it would be like to be another person, or played games where you pretended to be...

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Apr 65 min read

What is Binge Eating Disorder?

by Emily Fisico, Vanessa Hook, Pelin Inanc Ayus, Tara Lacelle & Norma Viviana Ramirez de Arellano Montiel Binge Eating Disorder:...

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Apr 65 min read

Have You Ever Heard of Bipolar Disorder?

Have you ever felt unusual changes in your mood, energy, activity levels, or your ability to focus? If you answered yes to any of these...

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Apr 22, 20244 min read

Music is Magical for Your Mood!

Hey everyone! Today, let's dive into the wonderful world of music. Have you ever noticed how your favorite song can instantly lift your...

Self-Care

Apr 12, 20244 min read

How to Access Mental Health Services as a Teen in Texas

Image Credit: melitas/Shutterstock.com Mental health is an important part of our lives and a huge number of teens are struggling with...

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Apr 12, 20247 min read

How to Access Mental Health Services in Florida

Florida Teens Gruber, R. (n.d.). Orlando Florida USA [Photograph]. Pixabay. https://pixabay.com/photos/orlando-florida-usa-209502/ How to...

Local Supports

Apr 12, 20244 min read

NY Teens’ Toolbox for Mental Health

Many know New York to be the state with incredible skyscrapers. While that is true, there is so much more to it! New York has a society...

Local Supports

Apr 12, 20244 min read

Time Management 101: Teen Edition

Graphics created by Shutterstock. Creative Commons Licenses. Your busy school schedule can make it hard for you to manage your time...

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Apr 12, 20246 min read

A Teen’s Guide to Navigating Substance Abuse

Source: https://www.drugtargetreview.com/news/101934/findings-reveal-possible-connection-to-substance-use-disorders-and-metabolic-dysfunc...

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Apr 12, 20248 min read

Are you Feeling Down, Dog? Yoga can Help!

Source: flowandgrowkidsyoga.com/blogs/news/yoga-poses-for-kids-downward-facing-dog Yoga can be a fun adventure for your body and mind!...

Self-Care

Apr 12, 20247 min read

Mental Health Resources for Teens in Alabama

When it comes to mental health, it's important to understand what influences how you and others your age seek help. Obviously, labels...

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Apr 12, 20246 min read

5 Art Therapy Resources for Teens

Art therapy allows people to express thoughts and emotions in a creative way. It helps people relax and gives them a sense of control...

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Apr 12, 20244 min read

Mental Health Resources in New Brunswick

Hey, teens! Need a mental health boost? Let’s explore the top-notch services in New Brunswick! From government-backed support to awesome...

Local Supports

Apr 12, 20246 min read

Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Guide for Teens

What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Guide for Teens Do you feel like you worry about anything and everything? Unfortunately, too many...

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Apr 12, 20243 min read

What mental health services can I find in Alberta?

Note. From Enterying Alberta [Photograph], by Raymond Hitchcok, 2009, Wikimedia Commons (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:72010_En...

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Apr 12, 20245 min read

Navigating Mental Health Resources in British Columbia: A Teen’s Guide

Navigating Mental Health Resources in British Columbia: A Teen’s Guide Hey BC teens! Whether you're soaking up city life in Vancouver or...

Local Supports

Apr 10, 20245 min read

Aromatherapy 101: Top 6 Free Resources for Teens

Note. From Mikhail Nilov, 2021,Pexels.: https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-in-white-tank-top-holding-clear-glass-bottle-6706842/ Are you...

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Apr 10, 20245 min read

Mental Health Benefits of Cardio

Hey everyone! Let's talk about something super important: cardio! It's not just about sweating it out; it's a powerful tool for boosting...

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Apr 10, 20245 min read

What's stealing my joy? Understanding Major Depression in Teens

Note: From Sidney Sims. Unsplash https://unsplash.com/es/fotos/persona-sosteniendo-papel-blanco-de-impresora-fZ2hMpHIrbI What's Stealing...

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Apr 10, 20246 min read