How to Quit Vaping
You may have started vaping to help in quitting smoking, or maybe you picked it up out of curiosity. Regardless of why, or how you started vaping, quitting can change your life for the better. Research shows that vaping is a tough addiction to break away from, nicotine is very addictive. In one study, research […]
What Is Cannabis Use Disorder?
Cannabis use disorder is a condition that develops over time, it happens when the person is not able to stop using cannabis despite the negative consequences cannabis has on their life. The CDC said that in one study it was estimated that 3 in 10 people who use cannabis have this condition. In another study […]
Why Do I Cry When I Get Mad?
People have different responses to anger, some people shout and yell, and others cry. Sabrina Romanoff PsyD, a clinical psychologist and professor at Yeshiva university says ” Crying is in fact a very common response to anger as anger is often the result of feelings of hurt or sadness”. Anger can bring out many emotions, […]
5 Signs of Marijuana (Weed) Addiction
Addiction to marijuana is not common, roughly 1 in 10 people however will become addicted. When someone struggles with marijuana addiction they may exhibit some of these common symptoms: strong cravings, loss of interest in other activities, withdrawals, increased tolerance for marijuana, continued marijuana use despite negative consequences. Although marijuana is the most widely used […]
Mental health in Mandarin Chinese: a starter kit for dialogue
Mental health is quite personal, multifaceted, complex, and this holds true to each individual. In some Chinese households mental health is not a casual conversation topic, which may make it more difficult for certain individuals who struggle with mental health to ask for help. Bilingual children who speak Chinese at home and English in school […]
5 “D’s” of Being an Upstander – What to do when you see someone being harassed
The flyers, offered in six Asian languages as well as English, guide how individuals can safely intervene if they witness someone being targeted due to COVID-19 hatred. These leaflets also teach how to de-escalate threatening moments and use verbal and/or physical methods to safely escape a hostile situation. Learn More at https://www.aafederation.org/safety-resources/ or download the […]
How Parents Can Deal With the Stress of Their Kids Going Back to School
Changes in routine can sometimes be stressful for families, especially when it relates to school, work, academic concerns, and separation anxiety. This kind of shift can add stress to parents and kids, however everyone is affected differently as well. For example, some parents and kids may not be as stressed by significant transitions, while others […]
What to Know About Childhood Depression
Many adults struggle with depression, and many believe it’s only an adults condition. However, children are also likely to develop depression. It’s unfortunate that many children live their lives with untreated depression because adults sometimes don’t realize that their children are depressed. It’s extremely important for adults, parents, and teachers to learn more about childhood […]
What Are the 5 Top Stressors in Life?
We all encounter stress at some point in our lives, it’s actually a normal part of life. Stress is something that we all experience differently, sometimes it can be brought on by financial issues, new job, moving to a new home or relationship difficulties. It’s important to note that stress is temporary, and with healthy […]
How to Navigate Teenage Mental Illness
If you suspect your teen may have mental illness, you may be asking yourself how can you help, or what can you do?. Most parents will not ignore their teens physical health, in the same way it’s important to not let mental illness in teens go untreated. Sometimes however, there may be a lack of […]