It is not unusual for students or adults who have committed an act that is destructive like drinking to excess or consuming an addictive drug to say that they do it to “fit in.” In hearing about this behavior, we might assume that this statement is some kind of excuse or a weakness of character. […]
Disconnection, Isolation and Depression – The Impact of Social Media?
At Lakeside, we are asked to help increased numbers of students who are depressed and anxious. There are many reasons for anxiety and depression. A recent study shows that one contributor to depression could be the extent of social media that our students consume on a daily basis. Students are constantly seeking to follow the […]
Is Bullying Resurging?
We have been discussing the impact of bullying for many years and there have been many efforts to help students who have been bullied and who are bullies. It appeared to be a phenomenon that was trending towards more forms of cyber-bullying. All of us who deal with students who are bullied have seen the […]
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