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The Scary, Mostly Hidden Truth About Cannabis and Mental Illness
Over the last approximately 25 years, the medicalization and legalization of marijuana throughout much of the United States have promoted the myth that marijuana is not a dangerous drug. An accumulating body of research, including a recent analysis of fifty years of population data from Denmark, suggests that contrary to the myth, cannabis use disorder…
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My Favorite Parenting Advice: “Say ‘No’ Early and Often”
Dr. Collins, the Medical Director at the New York Center for Living, has practiced addiction psychiatry for nearly 30 years. My favorite piece of parenting advice, “Say ‘No’ early and often,” might sound unkind, even harsh, but it is neither. Saying “No” to your children, ideally with kindness, is one of the most important steps…
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My Teenager is Making Me Depressed
Depression can strike at any time, even among parents. According to data from the 2013 National Health Interview Survey, five percent of parents in two-parent households and 11 percent of single parents experience at least two symptoms of depression.1 Parents of teenagers can be especially prone to depression. Depression among Parents of Teenagers The teenage…
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Adolescent Mental Health Treatment and Risk Factors
This article is part of a series. For the fully designed ebook, click here. Risk Factors and Protective Factors for Adolescent Mental Illness Some adolescents have a higher risk than others for developing a mental illness, including a substance use disorder. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, risk factors include genetic,…
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5 Best Self-Care Tips This Fall
Self-care is important for those of all ages, and returning to school makes it even more important that you take some time out from the stress of classes, school, and work. These five self-care tips will help you maintain your physical and mental well-being. One: Take 15 Minutes Every Day for Yourself. Even if you…
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3 Ways the Internet Can Help You Manage Your Mental Health
Too much time spent surfing the internet or lurking around social media sites can lead to a range of mental health problems. But if you use the Internet and mental health apps responsibly, they can help you improve your mental health. Here’s how. 1. The Internet Offers a Wealth of Information While any self-diagnosis should…
