News & Events

A fast-growing online trend is pushing boys and young men to chase the “perfect” look: sometimes crossing into extreme, risky habits and toxic online spaces. Dr. Gene Beresin joins NPR to discuss the harmful trend of "looksmaxxing". It’s a reminder for parents to stay tuned in, talk openly, and help teens focus on confidence and well-being beyond just appearance.

Fewer young people are dying by suicide, and Harvard researchers say the relatively new 988 suicide and crisis lifeline program is likely among the reasons why. Dr. Gene Beresin joins WBUR to discuss the importance of the 988 lifeline and similar programs.

March Madness officially got underway on Thursday afternoon with the beginning of the men's NCAA tournament. The women's tournament will begin Thursday night. It's a bettors paradise, although Dr. Gene Beresin joined NewsCenter 5 to discuss gambling addiction warning signs to watch out for.

How do you talk to teens about war? Dr. Gene Beresin joins WCVB to discuss tips for parents and caregivers on how to talk to their teens about the current war in Iran. Parents should start the conversation, listen to their concerns, and help them make sense of what they’re seeing in the news and on social media.

Dr. Gene Beresin joins WCVB Channel 5 to discuss the importance of chores. He explains that giving kids age-appropriate chores helps build responsibility, confidence and a sense of contribution to family life. More importantly, the best rewards may not be money but the freedom and praise they receive from helping out.

Dr. Gene Beresin joins WCVB to discuss New Year's Resolutions. to share advice on how you can stick with it in the dog days of winter, as only 9% of people stick to their New Year's resolutions. For more advice on New Year's Resolutions, read more from Dr. Beresin and Dr. Schlozman here: https://bit.ly/MGHNewYears

Nearly 6% of recent college graduates in the United States face unemployment. Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins discusses the mental effects of having and not having a job as a young adult and how to help yourself.

Dr. Khadijah Booth Watkins offers tips for dealing with conflict and ways to take care of yourself.

Dr. Gene Beresin joins WCVB Channel 5 to discuss tips for finding inner peace during a stressful holiday season.