Should I Be Watching my Child on Social Media?

Should I Be Watching my Child on Social Media?

Is your child consumed with social media?  Snapchat, Instagram, twitter, facebook, and the list goes on and on. The next craze will be here any day… They all start innocently enough. It is what kids are into, this is what they do. This is how they communicate these...
Preparing for College Success

Preparing for College Success

The first year of college is one of the most memorable times in a young adult’s life, as it is often a first glimpse of freedom and independence. They’re exposed to a wealth of knowledge through their academics, and develop some of their closest friendships. However,...
Is It the “Winter Blues”?

Is It the “Winter Blues”?

Each year, more than 1 million children and adolescents suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a subtype of depression, this can also be known as the “Winter Blues.” It follows a seasonal pattern, where sufferers usually experience symptoms in the winter and...
Body Image Concerns in Adolescents

Body Image Concerns in Adolescents

In today’s society, there is a very large focus on body image and body “ideals” which are greatly influenced by the barrage of image-focused media messages that we receive daily. Often, ad messages don’t focus on health, instead they focus on losing weight, looks, and...