Among teens, sleep deprivation an epidemic. Sleep deprivation increases the likelihood teens will suffer myriad negative consequences, including an inability to concentrate, poor grades, drowsy-driving incidents, anxiety, depression, thoughts of suicide and even suicide attempts.Over 90 percent of American high school students are chronically sleep-deprived, according to a
Story in USA Today, By Mary Brophy Marcus “Teenagers respond differently to drugs than adults, and early use may lead to long-lasting effects on brain development, according to new research.” A study presented at the Society for Neuroscience meeting, in San Diego last
USA Today has an article by Sharon Jayson describing the stress reactions of children when parents are stressed. “Parents may think they’re shielding their kids from worry and stress, but a report to be released today by the American Psychological
Dr. Mike Klaybor brings thirty years of experience in practicing counseling psychology with individuals and couples. His approach is cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT. Specific specialties include; anxiety and stress management, chronic pain & chronic illness management, depression, substance abuse evaluations, employee assistance and executive coaching for workplace performance and leadership.
