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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Hookah Smoking and Risks
Hookah smoking is just as harmful as smoking traditional cigarettes. Hookah tobacco also has many harmful chemicals and toxins, some of which may also cause oral, lung and mouth cancers. Hookah uses specially prepared tobacco, sometimes with flavorings added such as mint, apple, chocolate, cherry, etc. Smoking hookah also poses the risk of addiction, which […]
599 Ingredients and Additives in Cigarettes
Did you know what is inside a cigarette? Here is a list from 1994 that tells you everything that goes into just one cigarette. It’s also important to note that while some of these additives may not be toxic on their own, when combined with other additives or burned, such as when smoking, they can […]
18 Effective Stress Relief Strategies
We all encounter stress in our lives, from major life changes, or some minor stressful events. We may not be able to always control how events unfold in our lives, however we can always control our response to stressful events. Stress can effect our well-being, becoming chronic at times, leaving us feeling trapped or weighed […]