December is the time of year when Christmas decorations start to appear, stockings are hung above the fireplace and stores bring out ornaments and cute figurines to advertise the “perfect” gifts for loved ones. At school, students begin whispering about Secret Santa while radio stations...

Mental health encompasses a wide spectrum of conditions, yet at times it still continues to be seen by students and administrators as a one-dimensional issue. In this case, suicidal ideation is seen as the “deciding factor” of whether a student struggles with mental health or not. Such dangerous...

Written by Carolyn Kuimelis Best Buddies is the world’s largest organization committed to ending the isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.The organization strives to help people in the special needs community form meaningful relationships with their...