Many are traveling this summer, and that is great! Traveling is good for you! There are mental benefits to traveling. “The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page.” – Saint Augustine I believe … Continue reading
I was 14 years old when I first thought I was “fat” and started to restrict my eating. Throughout the years, I starved myself, made myself vomit, and over-exercised. Unfortunately, my experience is not uncommon. 10% of college women suffer … Continue reading
Dear Teenage Self, It saddens me to see how you hurt yourself. There are no good reasons for you to do this. I wish that you would take care of yourself. Be better to yourself. Eat You think that you … Continue reading
Major depression is one of the most common mental illnesses, affecting 6.7% (more than 16 million) of American adults. Approximately 20 percent of teens experience depression, and between 10 to 15 percent suffer from symptoms at any one time. Depression is more than feeling … Continue reading