Mental health embodies all emotional, psychological, and social aspects of human existence. It affects how people think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how an individual handles stress, relates to others, and makes choices. Mental health affects every stage of life, from childhood through
Mental Health Informational Resources
Helping Children and Teens Deal With Depression
Children and teenagers are generally happy and well-adjusted in their everyday lives. Children will enjoy laughing, playing and having fun with friends and family in their normal lives. While the majority of children lead happy and healthy lives, an estimated 10–15% of children or teenagers suffer
What Really Happens to Your Brain When You have a Hangover?
You know how you feel really great after a long, well-deserved sleep? What about that energized feeling you get after working out and hitting a new personal best? With a hangover, you get none of that. So, what happens when you have a hangover? A hangover is that migraine a person gets when they
A Parent’s Guide to Talking to Teens About Drugs and Alcohol
Drug and alcohol use is an important topic that parents must address with their children. Whether or not parents feel that their child is susceptible to the lure of drugs, it is an essential conversation. Even the best-behaved children will most likely encounter drugs and face the decision of
Alcohol Addiction vs. Abuse
To help someone who potentially has a drinking problem, it is necessary to understand the difference between alcohol addiction vs abuse. Alcohol consumption is a traditional part of socializing in the United States and in many other areas around the world. It is a common occurrence during festive
Effects of Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol is one of the most popular recreational drugs available in the United States. Alcoholism and alcohol abuse occur when an individual drinks excessive amounts on a regular basis. Several factors play a role in the development of alcohol dependency, including one's genetics, social environment,
The Most Horrifying Faces of Meth Addicts
You wouldn't go under a plastic surgeon's knife for a nose job if you knew he mangled the bodies of other patients, and you wouldn't allow an inexperienced tattoo artist to ink your face or any other visible skin. Yet meth disfigures mouths, bodies, and even faces. In fact, there's a term for its
Alcohol Consumption and the Increased Risk of Cancer
Drinking a glass of wine or a bottle of beer is a common method used by society as a way of relaxing and socializing. Ideally, when people drink alcohol, it should be done in moderation. For men, this means consuming no more than two drinks daily, while for women one drink per day should be the
Shocking Substance Overdoses in Film
These eight movies portray shocking substance overdoses in film. If you decide to watch these movies, consider how these scenes demonstrate the dangerous effects of drug use. 1. Pulp Fiction One of the most graphic depictions of a drug overdose from start to finish is found in this 1994 movie. Not