Teen Wellness

A Message From Your Counselor and Teen Lifeline

January can be a stressful time of year. Now that the holiday season is over, getting back into the groove of life can feel overwhelming. Whether you are in school online or on campus, we want you to remember you are not alone. Our school community is here to help you. So, if you start feeling too stressed, please talk to someone about it, such as a teacher or counselor. You can also reach out to Teen Lifeline's confidential hotline by calling or texting the number on the back of your student ID.

Teen Lifeline's texting hours have been expanded. Teen Lifeline is also available to parents and other adults who are in need of resources for their children. The following are our new hotline hours.

TEEN LIFELINE: CALL OR TEXT 602-248-8336

Calling is available 24/7.
Texting is available for extended hours: 12-9 p.m. weekdays; 3-9 p.m. weekends.
Peer counselors are available from 3-9 p.m. daily.

Cura Personalis

Jesuit education stresses "cura personalis," or care of the whole person. As a Jesuit school, Brophy strives to provide a full range of support for its young men, including access to a licensed counselor. On this page, student assistance counselor Karen Parise shares advice and resources for the parents of teenagers. She also invites parents and educators to share interesting articles and videos with her (submit using the form at the bottom of this page) for possible publication in the Brophy eNews, the school's twice-monthly newsletter.

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Kicking Smartphone Addiction

Are you addicted to your smartphone? Is your teen? Some tools to help manage your smartphone use, and break unhealthy digital addiction can be found in this article.
Anxiety in Teens

What's Worrying Teenagers Right Now

CDC: Anxiety and Depression in Children
Teen Marijuana Use

If you would like more information on the use of marijuana by teens, and the dangers, please click here. Don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns on this subject.