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The Student News Site of South Forsyth High School

The Bird Feed

The Student News Site of South Forsyth High School

The Bird Feed

Mental health matters. Many individuals tend to dismiss the importance of maintaining their mental health because they do not consider it a real health condition. In reality, many students have experienced many of the effects of negative mental health practices without receiving the proper support and help they need.

Chatting with Counselors: COVID 19’s Impact on Students’ Wellbeing and Mental Health

Shree Delwadia and Saanvi Tatipalli October 25, 2021

As students and staff are settling down in the school year, many individuals are still adjusting from the transition of virtual to in-person school. With over a year of solitude and other hardships...

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Teen drug use epidemic

Teen drug use epidemic

Sophie Ralph, News and Multimedia Editor December 15, 2017

Teenagers growing up in today’s world face many issues, but one of the most serious is drug use. Drugs have disastrous impacts on teens and their future.   https://twitter.com/FCSchoolsGA/status/917797357584027649 Understanding...

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Signs of serious stress that  
should be taken note of would include: gaining appetite, intentional isolation, losing sleep, 
and having unusual negative thoughts or emotions.

The Daily Grind: How to deal with daily stress

Elijah Cho, Opinions Section Editor September 19, 2017

The Daily Grind. My alarm clock goes off at 6:30 in the morning; the unwanted blares ringing in my ears. After forcing my head up, I go over the daily schedule in my head and then I sink into my pillow...

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John Trautwein visited South on Friday, September 9, and spoke to parents about his son Wills suicide. His message stresses parent and educator understanding of the  pressure and stress students struggle to manage.

Suicide month at South changes mindsets

Will Logsdon, Senior Editor September 15, 2017

Teen suicide prevention is recognized annually during the month of September. The counseling department has organized several programs and events this month to initiate a dialogue about teens and mental...

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During Suicide Awareness Month, SFHS counselors wear shirts representing the strength of those struggling with depression.

The Semicolon Project

Daria Weber, Copy Editor September 15, 2017

Project Semicolon is a non-profit organization that works towards preventing suicide. Their belief is that suicide is preventable and everyone can help those with suicidal thoughts. By raising public awareness,...

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