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'RHONJ' Star Jackie Goldschneider On Torturous Battle With Anorexia 'RHONJ' Star Jackie Goldschneider On Torturous Battle With Anorexia
'Rhonj' Star Jackie Goldschneider On Torturous Battle With Anorexia Hiding an eating disorder from friends and family has been difficult enough for Bergen County's Jackie Goldschneider. In 2018, when she joined the cast of Bravo's "Real Housewives of New Jersey," hiding things became even more difficult.  She saved her non-calorie-counting meals for when cameras were rolling, but doubled down on the restriction behind the scenes, she said in a recent episode of the Betches podcast Diet Starts Tomorrow. She hoped no one would notice, but the process was torturous, she said. In August 2021, Goldschneider got help got help. The former real-estate attorney-t…

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The Latest On How Social Media Affects Teenagers The Latest On How Social Media Affects Teenagers
The Latest On How Social Media Affects Teenagers Social media has both an upside and a downside for teenagers. In the pro column, platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat can be lifesavers for teens who feel isolated or marginalized—including LGBTQ+ teens and those struggling with mental health issues. Research shows positive effects of social media on friendships. But there are also plenty of cons associated with frequent use of social media: cyberbullying, negative self-image and body image, social media addiction, and less time spent doing healthy, real-world activities. Social Media and Teen Mental Health A large bo…

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Why Parenting Support Groups Are So Important, According To Newport Academy Why Parenting Support Groups Are So Important, According To Newport Academy
Why Parenting Support Groups Are So Important, According To Newport Academy Parenting is one of the hardest and most important jobs anyone can do. Every stage along the way brings more questions and difficult choices. Yet honest conversations about the challenges of parenting are rare — especially when a parent or child is struggling. That’s where parenting support groups come in. Research shows that support groups provide healthy parenting skills, an increased sense of empowerment and a feeling of belonging. Moreover, parenting support groups can be particularly helpful for parents of teens who are coping with anxiety, depression or other mental health issues. Pa…

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