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Autolesiones

Autolesiones

Bryan Diaz and Aelicia Hale May 20, 2025

Según un artículo en Harvard Health Publishing, Maureen Salamon (editora ejecutiva) “Cortarse y autolesionarse: por qué sucede y qué hacer”, escribió que la autolesión se define como “…la...

Self harm

Self harm

Aelicia Hale, Reporter May 20, 2025

According to an article in Harvard Health Publishing, Maureen Salamon (executive editor) “Cutting and self-harm: Why it happens and what to do,” wrote that self-harm is defined as ". . . . the intentional...

Teen Depression

Teen Depression

Aelicia Hale, Reporter May 1, 2025

Did you know that depression doesn’t just exist in adults but teens too? Teens can be depressed because of things that's going on at home with their family; they might be a foster kid, or their parents...

Presión de los Pares

Presión de los Pares

Bryan Diaz and Aelicia Hale April 26, 2025

¿Alguna vez has tenido un amigo que quería que hicieras algo que quizás querías o no hacer, pero que aun así lo hizo porque es tu amigo? Según el artículo de "Children's Health Wellness", dice:...

Peer Pressure

Peer Pressure

Aelicia Hale, Reporter April 26, 2025

Have you ever had a friend who wanted you to do something that you may or may not wanted to do but still did it anyway because they are your friend?  According to the “Children's Health Wellness" article...

Teen Drugs

Teen Drugs

Aelicia Hale, Reporter March 15, 2025

According to LAUSD Substance Use and Mental Health Report” substance abuse starts as early as grade 7 and so this summarizes teen abuse is seventh ninth and eleventh grade in LAUSD. 30 percent of students...

Teen Runaways

Teen Runaways

Aelicia Hale, Reporter January 28, 2025

According to publications.aap.org: “The largest segment of missing children in the United States includes runaways, children who run away from home, and throwaways, children who are told to leave...

The Stress of Finals Week

The Stress of Finals Week

Cesar Serrano, Photographer December 11, 2024

As the semester winds down, students everywhere face the challenge of Finals Week. The pressure to perform well, manage deadlines, and absorb weeks worth of material can be overwhelming. Academic stress...

Advocate Zine

James Tzec, Editor-In-Chief November 23, 2024

Because mental health is just as important as physical health, Hawkins HS student photographers captured joy in common and uncommon spots in South LA. It’s how they thrive and hope you will too.  

Understanding and Managing Mental Health After Elections

Understanding and Managing Mental Health After Elections

Taniyah Williams November 5, 2024

As National Stress Awareness Day coincides with the aftermath of a highly stressful presidential election, many Americans find themselves struggling with heightened anxiety, uncertainty, and division....

Source: iRonick Media

The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: A Double-Edged Sword

Layonnie Kendrick, Writer October 23, 2024

Social media has transformed how we connect, share, and communicate. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat have become central to daily life for many students, offering a space for creativity,...

Between Strength and Vulnerability:

Between Strength and Vulnerability:

Taniyah Williams October 13, 2024

Should men be more emotionally expressive? Men being emotional might just be the key to a healthier society but there are many people who disagree. Traditionally, men are taught to be dominant assertive...

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