Michael Nerney. Photo by Gina Greco

by Gina Greco

The Town of Webb School hosted Michael Nerney, a consultant on Substance Abuse Prevention and Education, for a recent community awareness talk centered on young adult issues.

As described previously in this series, brain function issues and and today’s social media lifestyle can cause stresses that lead to depression and sometimes suicide.

Suicide is the second leading cause of death in ages fifteen to thirty-four. In ages ten to fourteen, suicide is the third leading cause, said Nerney.  Continue reading →

Michael Nerney. Photo by Gina Greco

by Gina Greco

The Town of Webb School hosted Michael Nerney, a consultant on Substance Abuse Prevention and Education, for a recent community awareness talk centered on young adult issues.

He explained the stresses that teens can experience from their involvement in the social media world.

It is called “Facebook Depression” or “Social Media Anxiety,” he said.

Thirteen- to twenty-three-year-olds tend to experience the highest degrees of stress, according to Nerney.  Continue reading →

Parents and community members at the Awareness night held at Town of Webb school. Photo by Gina Greco

by Gina Greco

Approximately  forty Town of Webb parents and community members attended an informational presentation about suicide risks, depression, and contributing aspects of brain development in young adults, on Tuesday, October 27 at the Town of Webb school’s vocal music room.

The talk was led by Michael Nerney, a consultant in Substance Abuse Prevention and Education with over 35 years experience in the field.  Continue reading →