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Finding Balance in an Ever-Changing World

Finding Balance in an Ever-Changing World

By Veronica Cartagena | October 25, 2019

There are a million metaphors and similes about life. It’s a roller coaster, it’s like a box of chocolates, and it’s a journey, yet these … Read more

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Saying “No” Stems from Self-Worth

By Veronica Cartagena | October 22, 2019

We are taught from a young age to say no. We are told it’s okay to stand up for ourselves and go against the crowd, … Read more

Vaping and Teens

By Veronica Cartagena | October 18, 2019

Vaping is certainly not a new phenomenon, but e-cigarette use has become increasingly popular over the past two years. Sometimes referred to as “Juuling”, a … Read more

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Do as I Say: A Message to Parents

By Veronica Cartagena | October 17, 2019

We’ve all heard the expression, “Do as I say, and not as I do.” It means to follow the rules, follow what someone says, but … Read more

Bullying

By Veronica Cartagena | April 15, 2019

Bullying amongst adolescents and teenagers has been going on, in one form or another, since the beginning of human relations. Unfortunately, we have only really … Read more

Avoiding Binge Drinking Culture in College

By Veronica Cartagena | January 8, 2019

For many college students, drinking heavily and experimenting with drugs is almost considered a rite of passage. It’s assumed that everybody does it.  That isn’t necessarily … Read more

Teen Vaping: A New Epidemic

By Veronica Cartagena | January 4, 2019

Teen Vaping: A New Epidemic, While originally thought of a safe alternative to cigarette smoking, vaping has quickly become a dangerous new epidemic for high … Read more

Social Anxiety Among Teens – The Bougainvilla House Cares

By Veronica Cartagena | August 1, 2018

Teenage years come with a number of stressors. Social and cultural pressure can take a toll on a teen’s mental health. Social Anxiety among teens … Read more

Mental Health Cases Increase, but so do Solutions

By Veronica Cartagena | June 11, 2018

If you or a loved one has suffered from mental illness, you know the impact it can have on their life and the lives of … Read more

Common Mental Health Disorders Seen in Teenagers

By Veronica Cartagena | January 24, 2017

Teenagers who are struggling with addictions would be well advised to undergo screening for mental health disorders, since these two issues commonly go hand-in-hand. This … Read more