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Many students use music as a way to stay focused and motivated while studying.

Point counterpoint: Studying to the sound of music

Sierra Wamsley, Editor-in-Chief December 4, 2017

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...

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The situations and pressures that create panic in each of us are commonly referred to as stressors as depicted above.

An Open Letter to Stress

Macy Kline, Opinions Section Editor November 16, 2017

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...

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Antidepressants save the day. The increase in depression diagnosis has lead to a surge in the use of Antidepressants.

Depression: What is the solution?

Macy Kline, Opinions Section Editor October 31, 2017

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...

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The picture above is a scale that shows the different stressors teenagers deal with every day. Between different social, academic, sports related pressures such as social media, your sport of choice, peer pressure, grades and homework (as seen above) it can be hard.

Stress around campus

Lauren Bunker, Staff Writer September 22, 2017

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...

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Antidepressants are not always effective in solving depression.

Are antidepressants the solution?

Adithya Ramanujam, Editor-in-chief September 13, 2017

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...

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