Being a teenager can be tough. There are changes taking place in your body and brain that can affect how you learn, think, and behave. And if you are facing tough or stressful situations, it is normal to have emotional ups and downs. But if you have been overwhelmingly sad for a long time (a few weeks to months) and you’re not able to concentrate or do the things you usually enjoy; you may want to talk to a trusted adult about depression. Teen depression is a serious mental health problem that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in activities. It can cause emotional, functional and physical problems. What Is Depression Depression (major depressive disorder) is a medical illness that can interfere with your ability to handle your daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or managing your school work. Depression is common but that doesn’t mean…

“Beauty is the illumination of your soul.” John O’Donohue “Outer beauty attracts but inner beauty captivates.” Kate Angell “Outer beauty is a gift; Inner beauty is an accomplishment.” Randi G. Fine “Take care of your inner, spiritual beauty. That will reflect in your face.” Dolores Del We can go on and on and still not run out of quotes on INNER BEAUTY. There is one resounding truth about all these wise sayings though; and it is that we must embrace our inner beauty. Singer and songwriter, Natasha Khan popularly known as Bat for Lashes recently made a comment in her interview on Evening Standard where she spoke on the Pressures women face. She said, “I’m realizing that beauty isn’t skin deep. It can be when you’re young but when you get older you have to really make sure your essence is vital and alive, that you’re a beautiful person on…

By Eloke-Young Splendor Great families make great societies. Every criminal and ill-mannered citizen of a country is of course the product of a family. This therefore, emphasizes the need to have a society filled with highly knowledgeable and purpose driven parents who have given themselves to learning about what it takes to parent a 21st century Teenager. It is impossible to see a mother who does not want to be referred to as the “best mom ever” even though in these recent times that phrase does not actually validate a woman’s skills of being the ideal model of a top-notch parent. For every single activity on the planet earth, as well as parenting too, a particular skill or even various skills are required for an individual to remain on top of her game. As a 21st century parent who desires to raise well-mannered teenage daughters, who will eventually grow…

Mrs. Leen has just discovered that she has to put up with Catherine’s new attitude and choices which include; spending more time with her friends than mum, suddenly becoming very secretive, isolation, and a very short temper. This situation is not peculiar to Mrs. Leen. Most mothers of teenage daughters are facing or will face this predicament some time. The thoughts of parenting a teenager can be scary for most mothers. This is the point where you get fired as the boss in their lives. Notwithstanding, if you have done a great job you could also get rehired as a trusted friend and advisor, then if you continue to do a good job, your teen may even take your advice for every of her life decision. It is therefore very important for mothers of teenagers to possess some very vital skills, which will keep them on the prestigious pedestal as…