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Teen issues

Teen issues

Low Self Esteem

What is Low Self Esteem? Self esteem is a person’s overall evaluation or judgment of his or her own worth. Low self esteem is a person’s inability to accept himself; having an unfavorable opinion of oneself or lack of confidence or worth. A person with low self esteem has a poor self image. Abraham Maslow, psychologist and creator of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, states that psychological health is not possible…
Lindsay
February 8, 2024
Teen issues

Teen Depression

What is Teen Depression? Teen Depression is a mental health disorder that is characterized by abnormally low moods that persist for two or more weeks. Depression prevents individuals from functioning normally in their day-to-day activities. Although a depressive episode may last only a few weeks, teen depression often lasts much longer. There are as many misconceptions about Teen Depression as there are about teenagers in general. Yes, the teen years…
Lindsay
February 6, 2024
Teen issues

Sexual Abuse

What is Sexual Abuse? Child Sexual Abuse is characterized by an adult or older adolescent using a child for any form of sexual contact or sexual activity. Effects of Sexual Abuse Loss of self esteem Feelings of guilt Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Nightmares, sleep problems Separation anxiety Suicidal behavior Distorted view of sex Withdrawal and difficulty trusting adults Alcohol or drug abuse   Treatment for victims of Sexual Abuse is…
Lindsay
February 3, 2024
Teen issues

School Problems

What are School Problems? School Problems are issues that a teenager may be experiencing that affects his/her performance in school. Without intervention, the issues can escalate to dropping out of school, lack of self esteem, engaging in inappropriate or risky activities and trouble with the law. Examples of School Problems Tardiness, skipping class, truancy Disrespecting teachers Drug or alcohol abuse Acting out Sleeping in class Difficulty with schoolwork or homework Possessing a weapon at school…
Lindsay
April 21, 2023
Teen issues

Learning Disabilities

What are Learning Disabilities? The Federal Special Education Law, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provides the following definition: Specific Learning Disability means a disorder in one or more of the basic psychological processes involved in understanding or in using language, spoken or written, that may manifest itself in an imperfect ability to listen, think, speak, read, write, spell, or to do mathematical calculations, including conditions such as perceptual disabilities, brain injury,…
Lindsay
April 18, 2023