Mental and substance use problems are common and can affect people from all walks of life. Sometimes substance use occurs as a result of a mental illness, while other times the opposite can be true. …

Does it ever feel like everyone at school is drinking? While it can often seem this way, the reality is the vast majority of teens are choosing to abstain… and for good reason.The Centers for …

Parenting a teenager comes with many ups and downs. Your teenager is beginning to live life with more independence and freedom. School work and social lives can be demanding and time consuming. During this period, …

Many teens will struggle with depression before reaching adulthood. In fact, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, Between 10 to 15 percent of teenagers have some symptoms of depression at any one time. …

Friendships throughout the teenage years are a crucial part of our health and happiness. Sometimes our friends need our support, and other times we’re on the receiving end. Nurturing friendships through communication, respect, and empathy …

According to recent studies, one in 12 teenagers struggles with self-injury. While this behavior can be scary and confusing to parents and loved ones, there are very real feelings behind the disorder and professional help …

During National Eating Disorder Awareness Week (February 21 – February 27), Screening for Mental Health works with partners across the country to highlight screening as an effective method of detecting eating disorders earlier on and …

Having worked at Monte Nido for 16 years, I have certainly earned the privilege of not working weekends, but my passion for all things family keeps me coming back on Saturdays, either for Family Weekend …

They are hidden and insidious and dangerous. They affect millions of men and women across the country and if they are not addressed, they can be fatal. They do not discriminate between rich or poor …