Stressed Out?
Stress is a part of every teen’s life, even more so during intense challenges such as a pandemic, racial discrimination, and life transitions. But uncontrolled stress can cause serious health problems and increase the risk that students may use drugs to attempt to deal with stressors, including mental health issues and trauma.
Lesson “What You Need to Know About Prescription Stimulants”
When used as prescribed by a doctor, prescription stimulants safely and effectively help kids with ADHD….
Lesson “How Nicotine Affects the Teen Brain”
While student smoking rates have declined in recent years, e-cigarette use has risen—an alarming trend, because…
Lesson “Can Too Much Screen Time Harm You?”
It’s no secret that teens spend a lot of time viewing screens. In fact, the average…
