What It’s Really Like Trying to Pass as a Neurotypical Teen

People don’t realize there’s a struggle going on beneath my friendly, sassy exterior. My depression is like a wet blanket over the anxiety, telling it that nothing matters anyway–not that anxiety cares.

Anxiety: What You Need to Know

You’re on your way to your chemistry midterm, when all of a sudden your stomach drops. You can hear your ...

Top Questions About Teen Mental Health, Answered

My mental health organization, Here.Now. has been traveling around to teen programs for the past few weeks, allowing participating young people to ...

This Is What You Can Do to Combat Trauma

Ever since David’s school bus got into an accident last summer, he’s felt jittery, irritable, and easily frightened. He’s having ...

Unhealthy Relationships: The Signs & What to Do About It

Zach’s girlfriend has become his whole world, but it doesn’t seem like she feels the same way. She’s constantly putting ...

What Is an Unhealthy Relationship?

Jessica and her boyfriend have been together for three months. They spend every moment together, tell each other “I love ...

Depression & Suicide: What You Need to Know

Rachel hasn’t been herself lately. She used to be active on the debate team, run track, and always be up ...

Depression & Suicide: Getting Help

Trevor used to be able to talk to his friends when he was feeling down, but as his depression gets ...

Anxiety: Getting Help

Maybe you’ve been staying up late stressing about yesterday’s test. Or it could be that you’re noticing anxiety in a ...

Addiction: What You Need to Know

Becky hasn’t been herself lately. She started drinking a year ago, but now she’s experimenting with other drugs—and her friends ...

Drug & Alcohol Addiction: Where to Get Help in the New York Area

If you or someone you know is looking for help with a drug or alcohol addiction, check out these resources

Drug & Alcohol Addiction: How to Get Help

David grew up pretty strait-laced: He was quiet, always had good grades, and even made varsity soccer as a sophomore. ...