CHILDHOOD DEPRESSION AWARENESS DAY
In most cultures, childhood is considered the most crucial stage for the formation of individuals. Majorly because it is at this age that people learn most of the things they…
In most cultures, childhood is considered the most crucial stage for the formation of individuals. Majorly because it is at this age that people learn most of the things they…
Self-injury Awareness Day, which is also known as SIAD or Self-Harm Awareness Day, is a global event which is observed every year on March 1. It means Self-injury Awareness Day…
ALCOHOL ADDICTION IN YOUTH Drinking alcohol can affect how the brain develops in those under 25. Young people under 15 years are particularly at risk. Teenage brains are still developing,…
Charles Spielberger defined anger as “An emotional state that ranges in intensity from slight annoyance to severe fury and rage.” Anger is a coping mechanism that helps us to take…
During those early months of life, you certainly witnessed your preschooler’s distinct personality beginning to emerge as they reached enthusiastically for a rattle or even pushed away a teddy bear.…
Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month calls attention to the fact that sexual violence is widespread and brings advocates and communities together to help prevent these crimes. Sexual violence is…
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines child maltreatment as “all forms of physical and emotional ill-treatment, sexual abuse, neglect, and exploitation that result in actual or potential harm to the…
Self-love is a state of appreciation for oneself that grows from actions that support our physical, psychological, and spiritual growth. Self-love means having a high regard for your own well-being…
Disability is part of being human and is integral to the human experience. It results from the interaction between health conditions such as dementia, blindness, or spinal cord injury, and…
Self-harm is when you hurt yourself as a way of dealing with very difficult feelings, painful memories, or overwhelming situations and experiences. For some people, self-harm is linked to specific…