Melissa Beldjenna

Peer Mentoring Program Provides Additional Support For Teens

Have you ever wished you could just have someone unbiased and your own age who understands what you’re going through to talk to when things are tough? Or maybe you see teens younger than you struggling with things you’ve been through and wish you could offer them...

Using Box Breathing To Feel Calmer

Did you know that just changing your breathing can help you feel calmer? Think about this quote by Dr. Lauren Fogel Mersy : “Deep breathing is our nervous system’s love language.” What does this mean? You may have heard a lot about things like mindfulness and...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic violence isn’t just something that happens between married couples. In fact 1 in 12 teens experience some form of domestic violence, with those who identify as women and/or LGBTQ+ being at higher risk. Women between the ages of 18-24 experience the highest...

Four Types Of Bullies At Least 20 Percent Of Students Experience

At least 20% of students ages 12-18 experience regular bullying in the US. Bullying can take many forms, some of which are more common and noticeable than others. It’s important to recognize signs of bullying and types of bullying so that you can get help if you need...