Suicidal behavior continues to be a global public health problem, which is close to pandemic levels. The latest data on deaths from this cause in the general population of Spain indicate that it remains the leading external death (3,941 deaths, 7.4% more than in 2019). In addition, it is 8% (314) higher in adolescents and young people (between 15 […] … learn more→
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Teenage suicide: what to do after a first attempt
Five years after Parkland shooting, a school psychologist offers insights on helping students and teachers deal with grief
Whenever a school shooting takes place, school officials often arrange for grief counseling services to be made available for whoever needs them. But what exactly do those services entail? To answer that question, The Conversation reached out to Philip J. Lazarus, a school psychology professor at Florida International University who counseled students and educators affected […] … learn more→
Back-to-school blues are normal, so how can you tell if it’s something more serious?
Many children come down with a case of the back-to-school blues as summer slips away. Having spent the holidays staying up late and having fun with friends and family, it can be a struggle to get back into a routine. For some children, going back to school can also be daunting if they are worried […] … learn more→
Black college students who turn to their faith think less about suicide
Black college students who resorted to self-blame when faced with stress were also more likely to experience suicidal thoughts within the past year. This is in comparison to those who were less likely to resort to self-blame. But those who turned to their faith to cope with stress were less likely to think about taking […] … learn more→
How conflict between parents affects children
Disagreements and conflicts are inherent in human relationships and are therefore common in the family environment. In the collective imagination, the concept of conflict has negative connotations. Yet, disagreeing and having different opinions on any issue can be an opportunity to learn, grow or improve situations and, therefore, have constructive and rewarding consequences. For this, it […] … learn more→
Procrastination is linked to poor health – new study
University students have a lot of freedom but not much structure. This can be bad for habitual procrastinators. Studies have shown that at least half of university students procrastinate to a level that is potentially harmful to their education. But this may not be the only negative result of putting things off until a later […] … learn more→
What is racial battle fatigue? A school psychologist explains
When William A. Smith, a scholar of education and culture, introduced the term “racial battle fatigue” in 2003, he used it to describe the cumulative effects of racial hostility that Black people – specifically faculty and graduate students – experience at predominantly white colleges and universities. In short, it takes a toll on their psychological, physical and emotional well-being. […] … learn more→
Marital arguments and their impact on children
Discrepancies and conflicts are inherent in human relationships, in all contexts, which is why they are common in the family environment. In the collective imagination, the concept of conflict has negative connotations; however, disagreeing and having different opinions on any issue can be an opportunity to learn or improve people or situations and, therefore, have desirable […] … learn more→
Should I loosen up on the kids’ bedtime these holidays – or stick to the schedule? Tips from a child sleep expert
Summer holidays often mean sunshine, beach trips, mountain hikes, relaxation, catching up with family and friends, and the chance to sleep in. For many parents, the temptation is to loosen up on the kids’ bedtime routine, let them stay up late, and allow them to catch up on sleep with a lie-in the next morning. […] … learn more→
Parabens and phthalates in chemical hair straighteners
It is relatively common for products to contain carcinogens (cancer-causing chemicals). Two of the most common carcinogens are parabens and phthalates. These chemicals are part of a category known as endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs). These chemicals can cause quite a few different health problems, not just cancer. Revelations of EDCs in a certain product causing cancer […] … learn more→
