Middle school girls are notorious for messy rooms. When they are younger, parents are more likely to clean up after their children, but as they reach adolescence, parents expect their daughters to take more initiative in staying organized and cleaning their rooms. This often involves...
Girls are nearly twice as likely as boys to be diagnosed with depression. Some psychologists have suggested that girls may just be more likely to express emotions with other people, which makes it easier to identify signs of depression. However, a recent study suggests that...
As 50 percent of people with mental health struggles show signs by age 14, many schools are recognizing the need for intervention within the school system. Most traditional schools do not have the resources to provide comprehensive support for children struggling with mental health issues...
One of the defining characteristics of ADHD is lack of attention and difficulty concentrating. Mindfulness is commonly recommended to help teens with ADHD practice awareness. However, neither of them specifically deal with improved focus. The reason mindfulness practices are so effective in managing symptoms of...
Family history is known to be a contributing factor to anxiety disorders. If someone in your family struggles with anxiety, your child is more at risk for developing an anxiety disorder. While adults learn to manage their anxiety, childhood anxiety tends to be intensified. As...
Our society often uses fear and anxiety interchangeably, although this is not always appropriate. Anxiety and fear may be interrelated, but these feelings arise for different reasons. While fear can be an adaptive response to stress, anxiety can lead to depression, low self-esteem, and unhealthy...
Are your daughter’s behavior problems getting in the way of her academic performance? Is she having trouble concentrating or staying on task while completing assignments? Does she have trouble sitting still or talking too much which can be disruptive in a classroom environment? Asheville Academy...