School, extracurricular activities, family responsibilities, and work obligations: many young people are juggling a lot at once. Often burnout is discussed when talking about demanding careers, but the burnout teenage students experience is left...
Facing the ups and downs of life can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster ride. School stress, social pressure, and conflict at home can make you feel overwhelmed. A therapist can support you in navigating...
It can be difficult to speak up for what we need, whether in our personal or professional lives. Saying “no” can feel scary, and yet it can make a huge difference in setting good...
Building resiliency is an important part of life. Every day we face new challenges and stressors; from academic stressors to social dynamics and interpersonal conflicts. Resilience, defined by the Americal Psychological Association, refers to...
Have you ever felt like your brain is constantly ‘popping’ with thoughts, ideas, and distractions? You’re not alone! David Levy, a professor at the University of Washington coined the term in a 2011 research...
No two sibling relationships are the same. Some may not see theirs very often, while others see them all the time and share the same room. Some only have one, while others have enough...
When the topic of social media comes up in conversation, everyone has a differing opinion. Some people spend countless hours on their accounts while others only have social media accounts to keep in touch...
Presently the term self-care is thrown around a lot. In many academic and employment settings we are told self-care is important, and we are encouraged to prioritize our mental health. However, we are not...
When you think about stressful situations that you face often, what comes to mind? It could be school, work, or even being around family and friends. Some of us may be easily overwhelmed by...
Emotions are a part of life. Many of us experience a wide variety of emotions from joy to sadness to excitement and anger. Allowing yourself to feel different emotions without judgment is an important...
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