Someone today will need to hear this. Is that you? Overcoming challenging emotional feelings and persistent negative thoughts is hard. But it's not impossible. You are capable of empathy and compassion. Your ability to help another human in need despite all that may be happening in your own life is a testament to your ability to relate to and empathize with others. The … [Read more...]
GETTING THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL – I want you to stay strong.
I am sure I’m not alone in saying this but I had a horrible time in high school. I was bullied, struggled with my own mental health issues and had no friends. High school was a miserable time for me and I’m guessing some of you reading who are in high school, are thinking the same thing. Just like me, I’m also guessing that people keep telling you, “its only high school, you … [Read more...]
Exclusive AiT Interview: How to Deal with Bullying with Anti-Bullying Author Erin Frankel
Bullying is a serious epidemic, now pervasive on and off the Internet. Bullying has a direct impact on young adults' mental health and well-being, but there are strategies to help educate and empower young people to take charge. Anxiety In Teens is pleased to present an exclusive interview with Erin Frankel, M.A., a speaker and author of Weird! series, including books Dare! … [Read more...]