Social media detox and youth mental health

Read time: 2 minutes Social media has quickly become one of the most powerful influences on how young people communicate, form identity, and relate to the world around them. For many adolescents, it is not just a pastime—it is the main stage for social life. It is where friendships are built and tested, where self-image […]

Valerian for Children: An Effective and Safe Alternative for ADHD and Sleep Disturbances?

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) has a long history of use in traditional medicine for a variety of conditions, notably its application as a sleep aid and treatment for anxiety. Today, its application has expanded to include attention deficit and hyperactivity syndromes, helping to calm and focus the mind.1 Despite its historical and contemporary uses in adult populations, […]