Values are things that are important to us, things we support, things we would defend, beliefs, principles, ideas that define us, things that guide our behavior and lives, things we…
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Adolescent HealthHealth and WellnessLife SkillsMental Health
How do I cope with grief?
by thrivingby thrivingGrief is the deep sadness and loss we feel when someone we loved dies. It takes time to cope with the loss and one must find ways to adapt. A…
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Adolescent HealthHealth and WellnessMenstruation
When menstruation becomes painful.
by thrivingby thrivingMenstruation occurs when the uterus sheds its lining once a month. Some pain, cramping and discomfort during menses is normal. Pain associated with menstruation is called dysmenorrhea. More than half…
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The physical differences we are born with determine a persons’ sex, male or female: The type of genital organs (penis, testicles, vagina, womb) The type of predominant hormones circulating in…
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Every parent has a different outlook towards parenting. A healthy relationship between the child and parents is the most essential during the teenage years. Communication is the key to developing…
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Adolescent HealthGenital Tract InfectionsHealth and Wellness
Urinary tract infections (UTI)
by thrivingby thrivingUTI is an infection of the urinary system. It can affect the urethra, bladder or kidneys. Bacteria (germs) can get into urine (pee) and cause an infection (UTI). UTIs are…
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“They [adolescents] now seem to love luxury, they have bad manners and contempt for authority, they show disrespect for adults and spend their time hanging around places gossiping with one…
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Trust is the foundation of any relationship. Spying, cross questioning/checking with friends or doubting will hamper the bond, leading to defiant behaviors such as lying, stealing, hiding and being disrespectful.…
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Adolescent HealthAlcohol & Substance UseHealth and WellnessMental Health
Types and effects of drug abuse teenagers must avoid.
by thrivingby thrivingDrug abuse is the use of any chemical substance that can cause physical, mental, emotional or social harm to an individual or to the people close to them. It increases…
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Adolescent HealthAlcohol & Substance UseHealth and WellnessMental Health
Substance use myths
by thrivingby thrivingDrug abuse is the use of any chemical substance that can cause physical, mental, emotional or social harm to an individual or to the people close to them. It increases…