The Importance of Support Networks for Teens Human beings are wired for connection. Take, for example, the unassuming but powerful existence of mirror neurons. “Mirror neurons are a type of brain cell that respond equally when we perform an action and when we witness...
Suicide Prevention Month: How to Get Help and Raise Awareness September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about suicide and mental health. It’s crucial for everyone to be educated on the warning signs of suicide and know how to...
Prepare Your Teen for the Upcoming School Year with ilearn wellness group As a parent, the thought of your teen going back to school after a long break can bring about feelings of stress and anxiety. You want to ensure that they have the tools they need to cope with...
Divisive Topics: How to handle volatile conversations with your teen Election years cultivate intense discussions surrounding policies that affect people of all different backgrounds. Race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, socioeconomic status, or educational...
Vicarious Trauma: When the Trauma doesn’t happen to you directly What is Vicarious Trauma? The word Vicarious itself means to experience something through the experience of another – by listening to their story, reading about their experience, or learning of what...
