Tag: depression
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When It’s Not Just the Holiday Blues: Teen Depression
The prevalence of teenage anxiety and depression continues to rise with more and more teenagers turning to “cutting”. About 30% of girls and 20% of boys–totaling 6.3 million teens–have had an anxiety disorder, according to data from the National Institute of Mental Health. Experts believe there are many factors contributing to this mental health crisis…
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Food Affects How You Feel
Harvard Health affirms that food affects how you feel. Your diet matters SO MUCH MORE than you think. Beat anxiety and depression by eating eating more fruits and vegetables! “Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that helps regulate sleep and appetite, mediate moods, and inhibit pain. Since about 95% of your serotonin is produced in your gastrointestinal…

