The stereotypical alpha male has held his place in pop culture for generations. You know the one: the prom king jock in teen movies, the hard-partying fraternity president, or the guy at work who takes over every meeting and tries to be the boss. The alpha male was the ideal for many young people, but lately a new alpha is taking over: the sigma. But what exactly is a sigma?

What Is a Sigma and Why Are Teens Saying It?

If your teenager often seems moody and volatile, you might be tempted to dismiss it as normal teenage behavior that will eventually pass. But sometimes the symptoms that most parents and caregivers of teenagers deal with are not just part of the normal changes all young people experience. Sometimes they could represent a more serious change to their behavior and personality.

Recognizing Red Flags in Teenage Behavior: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers

When I think of my son's mind, I imagine a bumblebee buzzing to and fro in hurried movements until a beautiful flower slows it down. The bee will stop, smell the roses, and sip from its sweet nectar before buzzing off again. We could all learn something from bees, and that's exactly how I feel about my son, who was diagnosed with ADHD when he was 5. Here's how the last year has gone.

This Is How I'm Helping My 6-Year-Old With ADHD Succeed This School Year

Young adults may experience a lack of drive stemming from underlying depression or anxiety. A noticeable decline in academic or work performance indicates that a young adult may be struggling. Parents need to explore what’s driving conflicts and how to address them. Navigating adulthood can be daunting, especially in...

9 Red Flags Your Adult Child May Be Struggling

Kids use their behavior to show how they’re feeling and what they’re thinking. All behavior is a form of communication, and oftentimes, they’re communicating something through their behavior that they can’t necessarily verbalize, which can lead to misbehavior. When determining how to effectively respond in these moments, consider why your kid misbehaves and try to find the possible underlying motivation for their challenging behavior.

10 Surprising Reasons Why Kids Misbehave (And How to Respond)

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These are all things people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, may ask themselves daily, if not hourly. As a family nurse practitioner in primary care, I have diagnosed and treated numerous patients with ADHD. I was also diagnosed with it at the age of 21. Understanding how the wiring differs...

ADHD brains present unique challenges, but the condition is highly treatable − a primary care nurse practitioner with ADHD explains the science

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Plus, the difference between 'spoiling' and 'validating' a child.

People Who Were 'Spoiled' as Children Usually Develop These 16 Traits as Adults, Psychologists Say

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

New data sheds light on stereotypically sullen teenagers, and it turns out they are more complex than you may think. Here’s what they actually need from you.

What your teen actually wants you to do when they are upset

About 78% of US suicides involve men—highlighting a severe gender disparity. Men face higher rates of substance use and overdose deaths. Men constitute 61% of the homeless population, indicating socio-economic instability. Men are less likely to receive mental health services, leading to untreated mental health issues. I'm writing as...

The Surprising Truth About Male Suicide

Do you ever feel like high school never ends, like going home to your parent's house and getting in an argument is the natural order of things, regardless of how old you are?. Maybe you see this phenomenon when your usually rational partner reverts to being a teenager when they're overtired or you observe someone having a tantrum in the middle of the grocery store. It could even be watching one of your grandparents becoming suddenly fixated on something they haven't cared about since childhood.

Age Regression in Adults and Why It Happens

A child with anorexia nervosa avoids consuming or digesting food. They may fear gaining weight or being overweight, but, at its root, anorexia nervosa is a mental health condition. The child does not choose to avoid food. They do it because they are unwell. “Anorexia” is a medical term meaning...

What to know about anorexia nervosa in childhood

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Written with artificial intelligence assistance. According to the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department, a Booneville man has been charged with multiple counts of molestation following an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse of a child.

Man Charged with Child Molestation; Woman Accused of Contributing to Delinquency

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Former child star Dana Hill died at only 32 years old on July 15, 1996. Like many former child stars, Hill had talent, and a promising life and career that ended all too soon. She was born Dana Lynne Goetz on May 6, 1964, in Los Angeles, California, and she passed with a Hollywood name in Burbank, California.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Dana Hill ('National Lampoon's European Vacation'): 3 Decades Later

School dress codes are an ongoing topic of contention between students and school leaders. On one hand, students want freedom of expression and identity, and on the other hand, schools expect a level of modesty and conformity. Earlier this year, a high school student in Florida said she was denied...

School Dress Codes Should Be a Thing of the Past—Here’s Why

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24/7 Insights E-cigarettes are healthier than traditional cigarettes, but still pose a significant health and addiction risk. Many people use vapes to help quit smoking, and some brands are better than others. 24/7 is the place or all things related to consumer products and investments, download our free report on two  stock we recommend investors […]
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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder marked by persistent symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Some people mostly have symptoms of inattention. Others mostly have symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity. Some people have both types of symptoms. Symptoms begin in childhood and can interfere with daily life, including social...

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: What You Need to Know

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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It's often said that growing up in the 1950s was a simpler time. Indeed it was for the most part, […]

9 Childhood Diseases Boomers Remember That Are No Longer an Issue

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released its Youth Risk Behavior Survey Data Summary & Trends Report: 2013–2023, providing insights into the health behaviors and experiences of U.S. high school students. The report highlights trends over the past decade, with a focus on changes observed from 2021 to 2023.

CDC Report: Worsening mental health among American students over last decade, especially LGBTQ youth

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Mom on TikTok Is Concerned Over Her Teen's Low-Key Summer—Experts Weigh In

Transitioning from being a parent of a small child to raising a tween or teen is full of challenges, learning opportunities, and emotions. For one mom...

Mom on TikTok Is Concerned Over Her Teen's Low-Key Summer—Experts Weigh In

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