About Mental Health
Teens tend to think with their emotions—because the connection between the emotional part of the brain and the decision-making center is still developing at this age. |
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Teens and Anxiety
Unlike periods of anxiety that everyone feels because of stress, anxiety disorders are ongoing, marked by excessive, irrational fear and dread. |
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Teens and Depression
Depression in teens is more than just a phase. It is a real condition that can interfere with daily life—but it's also something that can be successfully treated. |
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Teens and Eating Disorders
Eating disorders run in families, especially among teens with perfectionist, obsessive-compulsive traits. Teen stress plays a role, too. |
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Teens and Substance Abuse
Teens who are at higher risk for substance abuse include victims of abuse and youths with mental health problems. |
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Teens and Tough Issues
Adolescence is a challenging time of life made more stressful by issues such as parental divorce, depression, or peer pressure. |
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A Healthy Outlook
Teach your teen to tackle life without worrying about failure. The fear of failure takes away one of his or her most valuable learning tools—mistakes. |
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