The Psychological Impact of Academic Burnout

In our present fast-paced academic world, many high school students are under large amounts of pressure, whether it is from their own expectations or ours, to succeed between balancing, rigorous coursework, deadlines, extracurriculars, and jobs several experience a state of exhaustion, called academic burnout. Differing from everyday stress, burnout is more than just feeling overwhelmed,

Understanding Peer Pressure and Its Role in Teen’s Lives

Understanding Peer Pressure and Its Impact on TeensPeer pressure is a common experience during adolescence, shaping the decisions teenagers make and how they perceive themselves. It can manifest as direct or indirect influences from peers to conform to group norms. Studies have shown that peer pressure can significantly impact self-esteem and decision-making, sometimes even leading

Stress Management for Exam Season

Understanding Exam Stress As the school year starts and your workload starts picking up more, you may also find yourself facing the added anxiety and stress that comes with testing/exams whether it is your SAT, ACT, or just class tests. Exam stress is defined as the feeling of tension, worry, or anxiety that you feel

The Importance of Positive Parenting During Adolescence

Understanding adolescent development Adolescence is defined as the period in time in which an individual is transitioning from childhood into adulthood. As children reach this stage, they experience numerous sudden changes including biological, mental, and psychosocial ones. These changes all play a large role in shaping an individual’s beliefs, personality, and overall identity. Biologically, as

 Music’s Influence on Teenagers and Children’s Mental Well-being

 Music’s Influence on Teenagers and Children’s Mental Well-being Music has been known to have the ability to significantly impact both an individual’s emotional state and their mental state in turn having an effect on their overall well-being. This effect is especially seen in young children and adolescents whose minds are still developing and extremely reactive

Supporting Children and Teenagers With ADHD

Recognizing and Understanding ADHDADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders. It must be diagnosed by a medical professional and is often diagnosed in an individual’s early childhood. It can affect their ability to regulate attention and control their impulsive behaviors, though it is typical for children to have difficulties

Counseling and Therapy for Teens

Understanding the Different Types of TherapyWhen considering therapy, it is essential to understand the different types and their characteristic in order to find the best fit for your teenager. Therapy sessions consist of collaborating with a licensed and trained professional, the content of each session can vary based on several factors such as the type