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
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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
Occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. You might feel anxious when faced with a problem at work, before taking a test, or making an important decision. However, anxiety disorders involve more than temporary worry or fear. For a … Continue reading