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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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Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults
Types Of Mental Health Treatment For Teens And Young Adults World Mental Health Day on October 10 is designed to bring awareness to mental health, help reduce stigma around mental health challenges, and provide education on treatment options. Information and support is vital for families in light of the current teen and young adult mental health crisis. Today, one in five teens has a diagnosable mental health disorder, such as depression or anxiety. Moreover, many adolescents don’t get the mental health treatment they need. In fact, six out of 10 teens with depression and eight out of 10 teens with anxiety don’t receive treatment. Assessment is the…

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