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ADHD

Newark, NJ
Police & Fire
Help Find Missing Newark Boy (LOOK INSIDE) Help Find Missing Newark Boy (LOOK INSIDE)
Help Find Missing Newark Boy (Look Inside) An 11-year-old Newark boy with a history of running away has been missing since Friday, Sept. 15, police said. Brayden Killings, who was diagnosed with ADHD and OCD was last seen on the 100 block of Badger Ave. at 4:45 p.m., Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé said. Killings was wearing blue jeans, a red hooded sweatshirt featuring white logos and lettering, and gray and green 5.11 shoes, Fragé said. Anyone with information is asked to call police at 1-877-695-8477.

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by Sam Barron
Marlton-Evesham, NJ
Obituaries
Brother Launching Nonprofit To Honor NJ Nurse With Bipolar Disorder Who Died By Suicide At 30 Brother Launching Nonprofit To Honor NJ Nurse With Bipolar Disorder Who Died By Suicide At 30
Brother Launching Nonprofit To Honor NJ Nurse With Bipolar Disorder Who Died By Suicide At 30 The loved ones of a passionate, caring, and devoted New Jersey RN who died by suicide at age 30 are accepting donations to launch a nonprofit that will honor his legacy while advocating for essential mental health support services and accessibility. Joseph Lavery Gullo, of West Berlin, died Wednesday, May 10, his obituary says. He leaves behind his parents, Gregory and Susan (Diamond ) Gullo; his loving brother and sister, Gregory Gullo, Jr. (Kate), and Erin Gullo (Kyle); his two beloved dogs, Jager and Meep; as well as countless extended family members and close friends who will cherish his…

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by Valerie Musson
Hudson, NY
News
Therapist Busted Practicing Without License In Capital Region, Police Say Therapist Busted Practicing Without License In Capital Region, Police Say
Therapist Busted Practicing Without License In Capital Region, Police Say A therapist in the region is facing charges for allegedly practicing without a license. Columbia County resident William Culley, age 57, of Chatham, was arrested Saturday, March 18, according to State Police. After being tipped off, investigators determined that Culley was practicing as a psychotherapist without a license, police said. He specializes in treating those recovering from a traumatic brain injury, as well as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and other behavioral issues, according to his profile on Psychology Today. Culley is facing one count of unauthorized prac…

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by Michael Mashburn
Northern Valley, NJ
Schools
LAWSUIT: Bergen Dad Says Daughter Was Cut From Volleyball Team Over Seizure Disorder, Bullied LAWSUIT: Bergen Dad Says Daughter Was Cut From Volleyball Team Over Seizure Disorder, Bullied
Lawsuit: Bergen Dad Says Daughter Was Cut From Volleyball Team Over Seizure Disorder, Bullied A Bergen County K-8 district and its principal are facing a lawsuit saying they violated New Jersey's discrimination and any-bullying laws after a student was cut from the volleyball team because of her seizure disorder. Filed Oct. 1 in the county's Superior Court by Justin Puliatte, the suit says the Norwood Public School's volleyball team helped "E.P." feel better about herself in sixth and seventh grades, despite suffering from ADHD, epilepsy, OCD and social anxiety, NJ.com and NorthJersey.com report. In September 2019, though, she was the only eighth grade student who tried out and was …

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by Cecilia Levine
Brentwood, NY
Lifestyle
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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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Massapequa, NY
Lifestyle
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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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Elizabeth, NJ
Lifestyle
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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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
Lifestyle
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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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Newark, NJ
Lifestyle
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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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Ridgewood, NJ
Lifestyle
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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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Beekman-Poughquag, NY
Lifestyle
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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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Brookfield, CT
Lifestyle
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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Content Partner: Newport Academy
Yorktown, NY
News
Alert Issued For Missing Teenager In Westchester Alert Issued For Missing Teenager In Westchester
Alert Issued For Missing Teenager In Westchester An alert has been issued for a 14-year-old teenager in Westchester who suffers from behavioral issues and has been reported missing. The Yonkers Police Department issued the alert for Ethan Aponte, who was reported missing as of 10 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 6. They noted that he suffers from behavioral issues and ADHD. Police said that Aponte was last seen in the area of Gorton High School on Shonnard Place in Yonkers. He was wearing a gray sweater, black pants and red sneakers. Aponte was described as being 5-foot-8, weighing approximately 220 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Anyone with…

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by Zak Failla