Emotions and Behavior Archives

The rise of Zyn: Pouches full of problems

July 17, 2024/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Emotions and Behavior, Right Highlight, Substance Abuse/by Rise and Shine

Zyn, a discreet nicotine pouch, is becoming popular among teens. Learn the signs of Zyn use, the risks and how to talk to your teen about Zyn.

Beyond baby blues: Understanding perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD)

June 26, 2024/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, Depression, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

Many new moms experience anxiety and depression after birth. Learn more about perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD) and how to get help.

Bullying: A serious threat to children’s health

May 13, 2024/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Bullying, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Learning and School, Parenting, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety, Suicide/by Danielle Robbins

This guide educates parents about the dangers of bullying and offers steps to prevent it and support their children.

Talking to your teen about suicide

March 29, 2024/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Depression, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight, Suicide/by Rise and Shine

Here is a guide on risk and protective factors, how to talk about suicide with your child and what to do if they are having suicidal thoughts.

Could your child have seasonal affective disorder?

January 23, 2024/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Depression, Emotions and Behavior, Mood, Right Feature, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

Each year, more than 1 million children and adolescents suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as the winter blues, a subtype of depression that follows a seasonal pattern.