Just like adults, it’s natural for children to feel down sometimes. During their developmental years, they may often feel strong emotions of fear and worry. However, if your child is feeling “blue” for a long period of time, it may be more than normal ups and downs. It could be a sign of depression. If
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Bullying, Teens/Kids’ Mental Health, and Eating Disorders
Mental health disorders are becoming increasingly common in both children and teenagers. Factors such as stress at home or school, losing a loved one, and bullying can lead to serious problems, including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and self-harm. It is believed that half of all mental health disorders start by age 14 and often go
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All over the world, children face different forms of bullying every day. The United Nations reports that one out of three children worldwide gets bullied at least once a month. More than 50% of adolescents worldwide have suffered some sort of violence at school, while about 10% have experienced cyberbullying. Bullying is a major factor
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