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10 Tips to Help You Improve Your Mental Health

Practical advice for teenagers to improve mental health through communication, mindfulness, self-care, and seeking support, fostering resilience and emotional well-being during challenging times....

What are the effects of addiction on health?

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What are the effects of addiction on health?

Discover how addiction affects physical and mental health, especially for teenagers. Learn practical strategies for recognizing the problem, seeking support, and making positive changes to lead a healthier, addiction-free life....

10 Tips to Help You Tackle Addiction

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10 Tips to Help You Tackle Addiction

Practical advice for teenagers dealing with addiction, including tips on recognising the problem, seeking support, managing triggers, and building a healthier lifestyle with positive habits and a strong support network....

What is the impact of advertising on body image?

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What is the impact of advertising on body image?

Examines the influence of advertising on teens' body image, its role in promoting unrealistic standards, and offers strategies like media literacy, self-compassion, and supporting positive brands to build confidence and resilience....

What role do parents play in shaping body image?

Body image

What role do parents play in shaping body image?

Explores how parents shape body image through behaviours, comments, and expectations, offering strategies for teens to improve self-acceptance, communicate effectively, and seek support to develop a positive and confident mindset....

How Can You Manage Strong Emotions?

Managing your emotions

How Can You Manage Strong Emotions?

Learn how to manage strong emotions with practical strategies like mindfulness, journaling, and effective communication. Tailored for teens, this guide helps build resilience and improve relationships....

How can you help a friend with body image issues?

Body image

How can you help a friend with body image issues?

Discusses how teens can support friends with body image issues through empathy, reassurance, and promoting healthy habits, while discouraging negative comparisons and encouraging professional help when needed to foster self-acceptance and wellbeing....

How does body image relate to self-esteem?

Body image

How does body image relate to self-esteem?

An article that explores the connection between body image and self-esteem, its impact on a teenagers mental health, and offers strategies like challenging negative thoughts, practising self-care, and focusing on non-appearance-based strengths to boost confidence....

What are unhealthy body image signs?

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What are unhealthy body image signs?

Explores the signs of an unhealthy body image, its impact on mental health, and strategies like practising self-compassion, limiting social media, and seeking support to develop a healthier mindset and build confidence....

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Addiction but Were Too Afraid to Ask

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10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Addiction but Were Too Afraid to Ask

Learn about addiction, its impact on young people, and strategies for overcoming it. Discover the causes, signs, and support systems available to address addiction and lead a healthier life....

What medications are used for anxiety?

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What medications are used for anxiety?

Explains medications for anxiety, including SSRIs, beta-blockers, and benzodiazepines, and highlights how combining medication with therapy and lifestyle strategies can help teenagers manage symptoms and improve their quality of life....

Why is body image important?

Body image

Why is body image important?

Explains the importance of body image, its impact on self-esteem and mental health, and offers strategies like gratitude, self-care, and challenging negative thoughts to help teens develop confidence and self-acceptance....

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Emotions but Were Too Afraid to Ask

Managing your emotions

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Emotions but Were Too Afraid to Ask

A comprehensive guide for teenagers about emotions, exploring their causes, impact, and management, with practical strategies to improve emotional intelligence, resilience, and healthy relationships for personal growth and well-being....

What is addiction?

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What is addiction?

Understand what addiction is, its impact on teenagers, and practical strategies for overcoming it. Learn to recognise the signs, seek support, and replace unhealthy habits with positive choices for a healthier life....

Where can teens go for help with addiction?

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Where can teens go for help with addiction?

Learn where teens can go for help with addiction, including school counsellors, GPs, helplines, and support groups. Discover practical steps to access resources and take control of your recovery journey....

Why do we feel emotions?

Managing your emotions

Why do we feel emotions?

Discover why we feel emotions, their scientific purpose, real-life impact on relationships and health, and practical strategies for managing them. Build emotional intelligence and transform emotions into your superpower for a happier, healthier life....

What is body image?

Body image

What is body image?

Explains what body image is and its impact on teens, offering practical strategies like self-compassion, avoiding comparisons, and seeking support to build a healthier relationship with their bodies and improve confidence....

How Can You Express Your Emotions Healthily?

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How Can You Express Your Emotions Healthily?

Learn how to express your emotions in healthy ways, improve mental well-being, and strengthen relationships. Discover practical strategies tailored for teenagers to navigate life's challenges and build emotional resilience effectively....

What are the dangers of striving for the 'perfect' body?

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What are the dangers of striving for the ‘perfect’ body?

Explores the dangers of striving for the 'perfect' body, including mental health and physical risks, while offering practical strategies like self-compassion, limiting comparisons, and embracing individuality to promote self-acceptance and confidence....

Can You Control Your Emotions?

Managing your emotions

Can You Control Your Emotions?

Discover how to manage emotions effectively, improve well-being, and build resilience. Learn practical strategies to take control of your feelings and navigate life’s challenges with confidence, especially as a teenager facing everyday pressures....

How can you deal with body shaming?

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How can you deal with body shaming?

Explores the impact of body shaming on teens mental health, offering strategies to build confidence, seek support, and promote positivity, while encouraging self-compassion and resilience to overcome negativity....

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Anxiety but Were Too Afraid to Ask

Understanding anxiety

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Anxiety but Were Too Afraid to Ask

Covers key facts about anxiety for teenagers, including symptoms, causes, and practical strategies for managing anxiety effectively and recognising when to seek help....

What can you do to improve your body image?

Body image

What can you do to improve your body image?

Provides strategies for teens to improve body image by focusing on abilities, practising gratitude, avoiding comparisons, and seeking support, emphasising the importance of self-acceptance and building confidence beyond appearance....

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Stress but Were Too Afraid to Ask

Dealing with stress

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Stress but Were Too Afraid to Ask

A comprehensive guide for teenagers about stress, explaining its causes, signs, and impact, with practical strategies for managing it effectively and seeking help when needed to maintain mental and physical well-being....

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Eating Disorders but Were Too Afraid to Ask

Eating disorders

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Eating Disorders but Were Too Afraid to Ask

A comprehensive guide for teenagers about eating disorders, explaining causes, signs, and impacts, with practical strategies for coping, supporting others, and seeking help to promote understanding and recovery....

How Do Emotions Affect Decision Making?

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How Do Emotions Affect Decision Making?

Discover how emotions impact decision-making for teens. Learn strategies like reflection, mindfulness, and seeking advice to make thoughtful choices and improve relationships, confidence, and outcomes....

What is body positivity?

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What is body positivity?

Explains body positivity as a way of promoting self-acceptance and diversity, offering strategies like gratitude, positive influences, and self-care to help teens embrace their bodies and build confidence in a supportive and inclusive way....

Gender identity

10 Tips to Help You Understand Gender Identity

Practical advice for teenagers on understanding gender identity, including learning key terms, respecting pronouns, challenging stereotypes, and supporting inclusivity for a more compassionate and informed society....

Can teenagers get addicted to alcohol or drugs?

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Can teenagers get addicted to alcohol or drugs?

Explore whether teenagers can get addicted to alcohol or drugs, the risks involved, and strategies for prevention and recovery. Learn how to make informed choices and seek support for a healthier life....

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Gender Identity but Were Too Afraid to Ask

Gender identity

10 Things You Always Wanted to Know About Gender Identity but Were Too Afraid to Ask

A comprehensive guide for teenagers about gender identity, exploring its meaning, impact, and support strategies, with practical advice for self-discovery, inclusivity, and building understanding in a diverse world....

10 Tips to Help You Deal With Body Image

Body image

10 Tips to Help You Deal With Body Image

Practical advice for teenagers on improving body image, focusing on self-acceptance, managing social influences, and building confidence through positive habits and support....

10 Tips to Help You Relax

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10 Tips to Help You Relax

Practical strategies for teenagers to relax, reduce stress, and improve well-being through deep breathing, hobbies, mindfulness, and exercise, while building relaxation into daily routines for a healthier lifestyle....

How can I help a friend who might be dealing with addiction?

Addiction support

How can I help a friend who might be dealing with addiction?

Learn how to support a friend struggling with addiction. Discover strategies for approaching the conversation, encouraging healthy choices, and seeking professional help, while maintaining your own well-being and setting boundaries....

10 Tips to Help You Cope With Stress

Dealing with stress

10 Tips to Help You Cope With Stress

Practical advice for teenagers on managing stress, including identifying stressors, practising self-care, staying active, and seeking support to build resilience and maintain balance in daily life....

10 Tips if You Think You Have an Eating Disorder

Eating disorders

10 Tips if You Think You Have an Eating Disorder

A guide for teenagers about recognising, understanding, and addressing eating disorders, with practical advice on seeking support, building self-compassion, and taking steps toward recovery and a healthier relationship with food....

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