Do you do things sometimes that you regret almost immediately, yet find yourself doing it over and over again, each time promising yourself ‘never again’? Are these behavior cycles simply the result of bad habits, or are they symptoms of addiction or a behavior disorder that may need professional treatment to overcome? Maybe you, or someone you love, struggles with alcohol or drug use, gambling or shopping until no more credit can be extended, or the internet or cell phone seems to cause great anxiety when taken away. Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia, are also related to behavior health. Answer these Yes/No questions to help you learn the warning signs and symptoms of a number of behavior health issues and help you figure out if you or someone you love is suffering from them.
Research suggests that tanning addiction, characterized by compulsive tanning behaviors despite the known risks of skin cancer, is a real concern. A study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology found that individuals with tanning dependence are more likely to experience negative emotions, such as anxiety and depression when they are unable … Read more
Early pregnancy can be a stressful and challenging time, as it poses the possibility of several complications, such as early pregnancy loss, ectopic pregnancy, and molar pregnancy. Early pregnancy loss occurs in approximately 20% of all pregnancies and can have negative impacts on the mother’s physical and emotional health, as well as her education, livelihood, … Read more
According to this research, about 62% of recent high school graduates enrolled in college in October 2021. Many students struggle with the transition from high school to college, as they face new academic, emotional, and practical challenges. That’s why we created the College Readiness Assessment Tool, a comprehensive online tool that aims to identify areas … Read more
In today’s digital age, navigating the online world safely is more crucial than ever for our teens. According to a study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, found that one in nine teens receive unwanted online solicitations. It’s important to note that these experiences can have varying psychological impacts on youth, and in some cases, … Read more
According to one study, the prevalence rates of cyberbullying perpetration ranged from 6.0 to 46.3%, while the rates of cyberbullying victimization ranged from 13.99 to 57.5%, based on 63 references. Cyberbullying can take various forms, such as sending offensive messages, spreading rumors, or excluding someone from an online group. Cyberbullying can also have negative psychological effects, such … Read more
I’m uncomfortable about internet communications from someone, am I being cyberstalked? Cyberstalkers use internet, email, instant messaging, or text messaging to stalk another person. Cyberstalking is serious even if there is no physical stalking. Laws regarding cyberstalking are usually weak, so you must take precautions to protect yourself. The best way to protect against cyberstalking … Read more
Do I have a symptoms of diabetes? A person with diabetes has too much glucose (sugar) in the blood and not enough in the body’s cells. The symptoms of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are similar. With Type 1 diabetes, the body stops producing insulin, creating high glucose levels, because the insulin producing cells … Read more
According to the CDC, one in three adolescents in the U.S. is a victim of physical, sexual, emotional, or verbal abuse from a dating partner. Teen dating violence is a form of interpersonal violence victimization that affects millions of young people every year. If you are a parent or guardian of a teenage daughter, you may be … Read more
Did you know that binge eating disorder affects millions of teenagers worldwide, leading to serious physical and emotional consequences? Binge eating disorder is a type of eating disorder that involves recurrent episodes of binge eating during which a person feels a loss of control and marked distress over his or her eating. It is the second most common eating disorder diagnosed, after other specified feeding or eating disorders. It … Read more
According to a study, bulimia nervosa affects millions of people worldwide, with the majority being adolescents and young adults. Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by frequent episodes of binge eating followed by extreme efforts to avoid gaining weight, often by vomiting, using laxatives, or exercising to excess. This vicious cycle of bingeing and purging can take a toll on your … Read more