Feeling unsure about yourself? You’re not alone. Low self-esteem can happen to anyone, but as a teenager, it can hit especially hard. With all the…
Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness (MCAW) is dedicated to supporting your mental health. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, we encourage you to reach out…
Opening up about mental health can be hard, especially with your parents. While it’s natural to feel nervous or unsure about starting the conversation, sharing…
Understanding and addressing complex mental health conditions can feel overwhelming, especially for families navigating unfamiliar territory. Dissociative identity disorder (DID) is a unique and challenging…
Raising a teen comes with unique challenges, and navigating their mental health is no exception. Adolescence is a time of significant emotional and cognitive growth,…
Borderline personality disorder, more commonly referred to as BPD, is a mental health condition that can affect a person’s emotions, behaviors, and relationships. BPD episodes…
Social media has become essential to modern life, especially for teenagers. It provides a platform for self-expression, communication, and connectivity. However, increasing evidence suggests that…
The holiday season, often seen as a time of joy and celebration, can also bring its share of stress and emotional challenges. For many, this…
Art therapy is an innovative and impactful approach to mental health treatment, particularly beneficial for adolescents navigating complex emotional landscapes. At the Massachusetts Center for…
Adolescence is a tumultuous period marked by significant physical, emotional, and social changes. While some degree of rebellion and mood swings can be expected, certain…
