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Is Social Media a Cause of Student Anxiety?Social media anxiety disorder is a mental health condition that is similar to social anxiety disorder. It seems that the more technology we acquire, the more stressed out we become. Overall, about 30% of those who use social...

College Anxiety and Academic DistressMany college students are struggling. One-third of college students will drop out, and more than 50% will take more than 6 years to finish their degree. These numbers are staggering, especially considering 28% of students drop out...

Motivation and Mental HealthMotivation is a force within us that affects our choices, our behavior, and can inspire us. From a psychological perspective, motivation explains the urge in a person to act in a certain way that is aimed at satisfying certain goals,...

"Real Parents"This guest post was written by Arise Society student A Welsh My uncle and I were both adopted. So my entire life I have had this story of his experience with adoption looming over my head. It goes like this: My grandmother and my uncle were sitting at...

Depression and Anxiety Rates Growing Among FemalesGirls are increasingly experiencing more major depressive episodes compared to boys - and it’s a trend that’s been on the rise since 2010. Depression and anxiety are common in both genders, but by the teenage years,...

The Connection between Mental Health and Academics Academic performance is a clear and measurable indicator of how well students are coping with real-world circumstances. During college, students have a unique amount of stress and experience many firsts, such as a new...

Gaming Addiction in College Students There is nothing wrong with video games. But sometimes, they can lead to serious problems for the individual playing them. The World Health Organization recognizes gaming disorder as a disease, and while most prefer the term...

The Arise Society Welcomes Jeff Larson, LCSW, as Clinical DirectorThe Arise Society is delighted to welcome Jeff Larson to the clinical team as our Clinical Director. With more than 15 years of experience as a therapist for young adults and adolescents, he has gained...

Why Are So Many Young Adults Struggling With Mental Health Issues Today?Mental health is a major concern on college campuses today. According to the American Psychological Association, more than one-third of first-year college students are impacted. Even though...