Have you considered the amount of time you spend on your phone or in front of a screen? Many people like me have become concerned with the amount of time we spend using devices such as: computers, tablets, and cell phones and it is also…
Today, virtually every teenager has some type of social media account. Social media serves as a way to communicate with friends, stay updated and to entertain yourself. Social media also has the ability to alter your reality and decrease your self-esteem. When you log into…
Hello everyone! My name is Rachel and I am a recent graduate of Skidmore College. While there, I majored in Political Science and Anthropology. It was during a Medical Anthropology class in my Sophomore year that I first realized I was absolutely in love with…
With the festive season upon us, families are beginning to plan their holiday meals. Whether it’s the pies, mashed potatoes or the green bean casserole that make your mouth water, it’s easy to overindulge during holidays. Here are some tips to help you make healthy…
Hey everybody! Madeline here. My name is Madeline and I am sixteen, going on seventeen and I am currently a high school junior. So, some fun tidbits about me: my favorite show is The Office, I am the baby of my family, and I have…
Trick or treating is a fun activity to do with family or friends, but if you have a food allergy or sensitivity, this activity can feel challenging and scary. Peanuts, tree nuts, milk, egg, wheat, and soy are among the top allergens in candy that…
Overlooking the fog that covered the peaks of the most diverse and green mountains, it hit me that I was in Costa Rica. I found myself in a lodge full of unfamiliar faces that would share the next 3 weeks immersing in Costa Rica’s culture,…
Hello Teen Speak! Earlier this year I was diagnosed with OHVIRA (Obstructed Hemivagina and Ipsilateral Renal Anatomy) — at least we have a nice sounding acronym 🙂 Essentially having OHVIRA means that your anatomy is a bit different in a few areas. First of all,…
When I was just 16 years old, I was told that I would never be able to carry a child and I would need treatment to have intimate relationships. I am one of the 1 in 5,000 women born with Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser Syndrome, MRKH for short….
Hi Friends! It’s Georgina again. Today I wanted to talk about speaking up for yourself in school. It took me a long time to learn how to do this, but once I did, it made a tremendous difference. On a typical day, I walk into…