# Articles and News

Articles, podcasts, research and videos from the Joon team and guest contributors about youth and young adult mental health.

Jul 6, 2022  
**What is it like working at Joon Care?**  
Connie shares why she loves working at Joon and how she helps clients achieve great outcomes.](/content/blog/therapist-spotlight-connie-guy/index.html)

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Jun 7, 2022  
**Finding Coping Skills that Work for You**  
For high school students, developing effective coping skills is necessary to improve mental health and increase resiliency.](/content/blog/finding-coping-skills-that-work-for-you/index.html)

Feb 1, 2022  
**Disordered Eating and Anxiety in Teens: What’s the Relationship?**  
Eating disorders and anxiety are extremely common in teens and they often occur together. They develop during adolescence due to genetic and environmental factors.](/content/blog/disordered-eating-and-anxiety-in-teens-whats-the-relationship/index.html)

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Dec 20, 2021  
**Therapy Myths and Truths**  
Therapy is a way to discuss mental health challenges and develop strategies to reach your goals. There are many misconceptions, but here is what therapy is really like.](/content/blog/therapy-myths-and-truths/index.html)

Jan 5, 2021  
**5 Ways Mindfulness and Meditation Can Help Teens Navigate Stress**  
5 ways that teens and young adults can use meditation to effectively manage stress, reduce anxiety and improve sleep.](/content/blog/5-ways-mindfulness-and-meditation-can-help-teens-navigate-stress/index.html)

Sep 14, 2020  
**A Teen's View on How Social Media Affects Mental Health**  
Social media platforms like Snapchat can shape our behavior in ways that contribute negatively to our mental health.](/content/blog/social-media-and-us-one-teens-research-and-action-items/index.html)

Aug 17, 2020  
**Mental Health Tips for College Students During COVID-19**  
Many college students are disappointed by their lost college experience taken by COVID-19 but grateful that they are at lower risk. This conflict makes it more difficult to cope.](/content/blog/being-a-college-student-during-covid-19/index.html)

Aug 6, 2020  
**Mental Health Support in College: As Essential as a Mattress Pad or a Mini-Fridge**  
Mental health tips to prepare students entering college as told by a current college student. Here's what you can expect.](/content/blog/for-college-students-mental-health-support-is-as-essential-as-a-mattress-pad-or-a-mini-fridge/index.html)

May 11, 2020  
**Ways Parents can Promote Positive Motivation**  
Promoting motivation is as easy as A-B-C! Motivation flourishes when three basic human needs are met: Autonomy, Belonging and Competence.](/content/blog/how-do-you-promote-positive-motivation/index.html)

Mar 30, 2020  
**Mental Health and Resilience Through COVID-19**  
These four scientifically-backed techniques can help instill calm, control, and hope in the face of COVID-19.](/content/blog/a-path-to-resilience-in-the-face-of-covid-19/index.html)

Mar 27, 2020  
**Parenting: Emotional Self-Control and the Apple**  
Children create many challenging situations. As parents, it can be frustrating and make us feel embarrassed or guilty. Learn to become a confident parent.](/content/blog/parenting-emotional-self-control-and-the-apple/index.html)

Mar 23, 2020  
**Podcast: Supporting Teens During the Coronavirus Crisis**  
Dr. Amy Mezulis joined Anne Taylor Hartzell on her podcast, Culture Shift, to discuss how we can help teens cope with the impact of COVID-19.](/content/blog/podcast-how-to-help-teens-cope-with-social-distancing/index.html)