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Bandersnatch: You Can Choose Your Ending, but Proceed with Caution
- By Jessica ("Jessi") Gold, M.D., M.S.
When I was a kid, I used to love the “Choose Your Own Adventure” books. It always seemed like endless enjoyment going back and forth between the alternate endings and seeing what changed for the character as a result. Enter Netflix’s newest episode of “Black Mirror: Bandersnatch.” This show is a first-of-its kind TV episode that lets you choose the plot and what the main character, Stefan Butler (played by Fionn Whitehead), should do next—from what breakfast cereal he eats, to what music he should listen to, to whether he or his co-worker, Colin, should take their own lives
Preventing Depression Among At-Risk Youth
Depression is common among adolescents worldwide, affecting an estimated 4–5 percent of adolescents each year. It can lead to serious social and educational difficulties and is also a major risk factor for suicide. Despite effective treatments, only about one in four youth with depression receive treatment. There are effective ways to prevent youth depression, yet few at-risk youths have access to prevention services.
8 Steps to Making Your Mental Health A Priority in the New Year
Each New Year many of us make resolutions to improve our physical health or career status, but we often overlook our mental health. Taking care of your mental health can mean seeking professional support and treatment, but it can also mean taking steps to improve your emotional health and well-being. Making small changes can pay off in many aspects of your life, including boosting your mood, increasing resilience and improving your quality of life. Consider incorporating some of these actions into your daily routine.