Depression
Dropping Out or Taking Time Off? Taking Advantage of Gap Year Programming
There is a belief that attending college is the logical next step after completing high school. Then they are expected to graduate college and go out and find a job. But the reality is that many young adults find themselves at the intersection of these big life changes and find themselves asking: “Now what”. Some…
Read MoreHelp for Depression in Young Adult: Resources and More
Depression can quickly take over one’s life. Even before COVID-19, the prevalence of mental illness among adults was increasing. In 2017-2018, 19% of adults experienced a mental illness, an increase of 1.5 million people over last year’s dataset. And youth mental health is worsening. 9.7% of youth in the U.S. have severe major depression, compared…
Read MoreHow Can Social Connections Help Prevent Depression In Young Adults?
The early stages of adulthood can have a variety of changes as young adults transition from adolescence into adults. They are seen as grown up and many of them leave home for the first time. And while these changes can be exciting for some, for other young adults they can be challenging. The new responsibilities…
Read MorePhysical Effects of Stress in Teens
We tend to think of stress as something that only adults deal with, but the reality is that children and teens can experience stress as well. They may not be trying to find a job or pay their bills, but school, extracurriculars, a chaotic home life, or negative experiences at school can all contribute to…
Read MoreCauses of Loneliness in Young Adults
As people practice social distancing across the globe and are encouraged to spend more time self-isolated, this question has been on our minds: when does isolation increase loneliness and why? A recent study suggests that different generations are equally lonely, although for different reasons. The study found that social isolation was not significantly associated with…
Read MoreHopelessness in Young Adults Warning Sign of Depression
The intersection of negative life events and negative thoughts bring about a sense of hopelessness. Many young adults who are going through major life transitions feel directionless and unmotivated, which holds them back from imagining realistic long-term goals. While many people consider sadness as the defining feature of depression, research suggests that hopelessness in young…
Read MoreThe Lure of the Screen: How Video Games Can Lead to Social Isolation
In recent years, there’s been a cycle of blaming video games for aggressive behaviors, although studies have been inconclusive. According to research, violent video games may increase aggressive behavior, but the effect is usually very small. While the rise in popularity of violent video games may not explain recent trends in violent crime, they may…
Read MoreThe 3 Setbacks Related to Stress in College Students
This generation of college students (and parents) are a part of a “mental health epidemic”. Many people argue that college life may be more stressful than ever. Studies show that there has been an increase in students who arrive to college already being treated for some type of mental illness. But why? Why is stress…
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