by Emily Jones During this time of the year as we transition into colder seasons like winter and fall, it is common for certain individuals to experience symptoms of mood changes. These changes can also be known as S.A.D, or seasonal affective disorder. Though the official cause is unknown, some scientists believe they might have…
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by Sophia Onysko Anxiety: (n.) a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. That is the definition from Dictonary.com on the word anxiety. Anxiety is a disorder that has grown in teens by almost 20% from 2007 to 2012. That means that 1 in 3 teens…
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By: Audrianna Imka Hello there! My name is Audrianna Imka, and I am a master at overloading myself with extracurricular activities and electives. I have been at HB since Kindergarten, and in that time, I have learned how beneficial it is to take advantage of all the amazing opportunities this school has to offer. However,…
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By: Courtney Conrad Senior year is stressful. With school work piling up, college applications floating over our heads, and orange forms following us everywhere, we all need some ways to destress. Here are some great activities and strategies that could help you do that: 1. Yoga!! I know heavy exercise is not everyone’s favorite thing,…
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By Rori Kostos All athletes, regardless of the sport, need to eat. Not only is food vital for survival, but it also improves memory and concentration, it recovers levels of poor cholesterol, and it lowers the chances of having diabetes, heart diseases, and being overweight. Everyone struggles with what they should eat to be as…
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By Michelle Dong Recently, Ms. McMillan gave a presentation about her trip to Denmark over the summer, where she explored why the Danes are consistently ranked among the happiest people in the world.1 At the end of the assembly, students reflected on their own happiness and anonymously responded to the question “On a scale of…
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