Substance abuse can simply be defined as a pattern of harmful use of any substance for mood-altering purposes. 70% of youth who try an illegal drug before age 13 develop a substance abuse disorder compared to 27% of youth who try an illegal drug after age 17.

Science has linked poor slumber with a number of health problems, from weight gain to a weakened immune system. Getting less than 7 hours of sleep on a regular basis can eventually lead to health consequences that affect your entire body.

Basically the science of food's affect on mood is based on the fact that dietary changes can bring about changes in our brain structure (chemically and physiologically), which can lead to altered behavior.

Suicide is death caused by a self-directed plan with the intent to die. Self-harm/self-injury is the act of hurting yourself on purpose.

The roots of self-care were popularized in the 1960’s by activists in the civil rights movement (of all colors), especially by black panthers.

Using good time management, organization, and scheduling enables you to work smarter – not harder – so that you get more done in less time.

Mindfulness is a mental state that focuses on awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s own thoughts and body sensations.

Healthy Mental Health Relationships bring happiness, laughter, and positive energy into a young person’s life.