In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become an unavoidable part of growing up. From academic demands and social media ...

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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — December is a busy time for kids, filled with parties, festivals and various activities that can lead to stress and overwhelming feelings. Melissa Jones, founder of the Girls ...

Common stressors for youth include academics, family changes, social pressures, and global events. Parents can help children manage stress by modeling healthy coping strategies and creating a ...

Generally speaking, past research has shown that children who are highly sensitive to stress tend to be at higher risk for health and behavioral problems compared with their less delicate peers. Yet, ...

Jessica started her freshman year of high school in great spirits. Then, in early October, she began to get daily headaches after school. Her headaches typically began around 4pm and persisted through ...

Groundbreaking new research finds that mindfulness practice—specifically, paying attention to breathing and focusing awareness on the present moment—may physically change the amygdala’s response to ...

Childhood today looks very different from even a generation ago. Kids and youth are often juggling busy schedules and academic pressure, along with social media and constant stimulation. Many children ...