“New Year, New Me” is a common phrase almost everyone lives by, but not many people succeed in finding and achieving their “NEW ME”. It’s an understood concept that when the clock strikes...

With a slight stretch and a yawn, I woke up and my eyes met the ceiling once again. I started to remove the covers when a sudden gust of chilling wind entered the bed, uninvited I might add. Shivering...

In a student’s life, time after school is more often than not spent studying. With midterms approaching, this statement is truer than ever. With the increased study time, students may have difficulty...

During the months of October, November, and December, sexual assault cases have been brought against famous Hollywood producers and actors. Harvey Weinstein was the first Hollywood titan to be ousted by...

With midterms quickly approaching, many are looking for a productive way to study. Some turn to study groups and others to parents and teachers for early morning help, but the majority of teens at South...

Dear Stress,         No longer are we scared of dark corners or hidden figures. Instead, we are fearful of our encounters with you. Your existence has become a cornerstone of our lives. When...

Depression is a shadow that follows the lives of adolescents on a day to day basis. Depression has become increasingly common with the prescription of antidepressants. In fact, according to a report done...

How much pressure and stress can teenagers handle? A lot of stress is placed on teens these days.  In fact, I think it is exponential, more than when my parents were teens.  Many of the stressors of...

Antidepressant use is a serious concern since depression has become more prevalent and a topic of national attention. It is necessary to discuss antidepressant use among teens. 20% of teenagers...