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Official Student Newspaper of Henry M. Gunn High School

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Official Student Newspaper of Henry M. Gunn High School

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Popular TV show relationship portrayals set toxic, unrealistic standards for high school audiences

Popular TV show relationship portrayals set toxic, unrealistic standards for high school audiences

Jessica Zang, Features Editor and Assistant Business Manager September 20, 2021

Some of the most popular television shows, such as “Euphoria,” “Riverdale” and “Never Have I Ever,” along with older classics “Pretty Little Liars” and “Dawson’s Creek,” have mastered the art of capturing teen melodrama. We’ve seen the same clichés again and again, but it seems...

graphic by Jocelyn Wang

Toxic friendships detract from healthy relationships

Nikki Suzani, Managing Editor December 7, 2018

“I’m addicted to you. Don’t you know that you’re toxic?” When talking about toxic friendships, Britney Spears’ lyrics also ring true; being involved in a toxic friendship feels like a drug that you’re addicted to, taking a toll on your mental health and making you hurt even more...

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