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Prevención del suicidio

Updated 29 June 2020 under Guías de la Salud.

En la adolescencia, es normal sentirte triste, irritable o incluso deprimida de vez en cuando. La mayor parte del tiempo podrás manejar tus problemas con la ayuda de tus padres/tutores, […]

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Depression

Updated 17 August 2020 under For Parents.

Having bad days occasionally is normal for teens, but what if your teen seems down in the dumps for a few weeks, or even a few months? If their feelings […]

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Schizophrenia

Updated 20 February 2020 under Health Guides.

Everyone has thoughts sometimes that they worry about. In a small number of people, unusual thoughts and intense feelings can be a sign of a mental illness called schizophrenia. People […]

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How can I overcome panic attacks? I’m a usually nervous person, but three panic attacks in two months seems like a lot and I don’t want my friends or my parents to know.

Updated 15 January 2020 under Ask Us.

Hello, and thank you for asking this very important question! Panic attacks can be very scary and overwhelming, and you deserve to have some relief. They may occur when a […]

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I have some symptoms of depression. Should I contact someone to test me for depression?

Updated 2 April 2020 under Ask Us.

Healthcare providers “test” for depression by asking questions about what you’re going through. Unfortunately, there’s not a blood test for depression just yet! Your doctor will ask about your mood, […]

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How do I deal with burnout in school?

Updated 8 April 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Many teens share this concern. Here are some things to consider. First, it’s important to understand the source of your burnout. Is it because you’re struggling […]

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Afrontar la cuarentena durante el COVID-19

Updated 2 April 2020 under Guías de la Salud.

¿Cuál es el objetivo de la cuarentena? El objetivo principal de la cuarentena es reducir la propagación de la infección limitando el movimiento del público en general y manteniendo a […]

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Is it possible to still have Anorexia even though I am not underweight? I have some symptoms, but I am overweight. Should I talk to my doctor?

Updated 13 April 2020 under Ask Us.

This is a great and important question! Eating disorders, such as Anorexia Nervosa, can affect anybody and do not have any specific “look”. They affect individuals of all body shapes […]

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I’ve been staying up past midnight and not getting out of bed until the afternoon recently.  How can I start going to sleep and waking up earlier?

Updated 27 April 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for your question. Getting good sleep is an important thing everyone can do to stay healthy. There are lots of things that can affect sleep, including our daily activities, whether or […]

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My stomach sticks out but I’m not technically overweight. I’ve been doing 50 sit-ups in bed every night for about 5 months. It doesn’t seem to be helping. Should I tell my parents about my secret exercise, and how do I get rid of belly fat?

Updated 14 May 2020 under Ask Us.

Thanks for asking this question! Every body is different and unique. There is not one body shape or size that is right for everyone, and many different factors, including genetics, […]

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