Mental Illness The stigma surrounding mental illness in the Black community remains deeply rooted and often unspoken. For generations, emotional pain has been seen not as an illness, but as a weakness—something to be hidden, never discussed. Many African Americans…
Public Name Calling Is Harmful Bullying is a form of emotional and psychological mistreatment. It often stems from a desire to feel power or control over someone more vulnerable. What many don’t realize is how deeply this can affect a…
Sleep and Mental Health in Teens Nap times and teenage depression are growing concerns among today’s adolescent population. Common symptoms of depression include low energy, fatigue, and withdrawal from daily activities. For many teens, depressive thoughts and symptoms appear before…
Teenage Depression Alcoholism and teenage depression are often dangerously linked, especially when teens turn to alcohol as a way to self-medicate. Alcohol might seem like a temporary escape from emotional pain, but in reality, it deepens feelings of sadness, isolation,…
Adolescent Secrets and Emotional Struggles Teen depression is a difficult and complex experience for many young people. Between physical changes, emotional development, and social challenges, your teen may go through periods of sadness, moodiness, or irritability. These can seem like…