by Steven Zimmerman | Jul 28, 2025 | Mental Health
Many teens who self-harm go to great lengths to hide their behavior, so it’s important to recognize even subtle signs. Cutting, deliberately injuring oneself with sharp objects, is one of the most common forms of self-harm. People who engage in cutting usually do it...
by Steven Zimmerman | Feb 12, 2025 | Bullying, Cyberbullying, Mental Health
AI-driven companion chatbots, such as Replika and Character.AI, have rapidly gained popularity, especially among youth seeking emotional intimacy or companionship. These platforms offer users the ability to engage in personalized conversations, often blurring the...
by LearnSafe | Dec 14, 2023 | Administrators, Mental Health
Recent data indicates a significant increase in persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness among teenage girls. These challenges can have far-reaching consequences, affecting not only academic performance but also the overall quality of life for young girls....
by LearnSafe | Nov 30, 2023 | Administrators, Cyberbullying, Mental Health
Social media is an integral part of life for today’s teens. Online interactions and social media platforms offer teens avenues for self-expression, connection, and information sharing. However, the extensive use of social media – especially video- and...
by LearnSafe | Oct 5, 2023 | Mental Health, Technology
Over the past fifteen years, the prevalence of suicidal ideation and of suicide attempts among adolescents has increased dramatically. This is especially true of adolescents who are Black and Hispanic. In 2019, researchers at the Centers for Disease...
by LearnSafe | Sep 7, 2023 | Administrators, Mental Health, Technology
The COVID-19 pandemic had a profound impact on student mental health, exacerbating existing challenges and introducing new ones. Children faced disruptions in their daily routines, isolation from peers, and the abrupt shift to remote learning. All of these changes...
