The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

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The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

Pathfinder
The Official Student News Site of Parkway West High

Pathfinder
With constant pressures of school, extracurriculars, sports, and social events, teens have a mind that works so fast that each thought continues to pile up in their heads. Community awareness of how students feel during a school day is crucial to stabilizing their mental health. “I believe the main cause for mental health issues in schools is students feeling overworked, [which leads to burnout. Schools should be aware of students' mental health to help them feel supported and not feel peer pressure from their surroundings,” sophomore Joe Wild said.

A young mind under pressure: The link between adolescent mental health and school shootings

Aminah Hilaly, Staff Writer • 10 hours ago

When an individual watches yet another school shooting recounted on the news, it causes heartache and sympathy. But the repercussions go much deeper when you are a high school student. As a student, watching...