There are a multitude of thoughts that can tangle a parent’s mind when trying to figure out what their teen might be thinking or why they behave a certain way. After all, children don’t come with a full instruction manual. Sometimes parent’s values, opinions, or…
Teens often turn to one another, instead of their families, as their first line of support. A cry for help often gets shared with a friend first, either directly, in passing, or online, such as a Snapchat story, Instagram post, or TikTok. According to The…
Life is full of life-changing moments. The decisions we make and the things that we do can significantly impact our lives and the lives of others. Intentional acts of kindness, even those that may seem to go unnoticed, can cause a ripple effect that touches…
For teens, going to college marks a big step toward independence, which is exciting, scary, and nerve-wracking, all at the same time. College is full of new opportunities, distractions and pressures, which can be especially challenging for teens with ADHD. There are ways that parents…
About 15% of your child’s waking hours are spent at school. While learning starts at home, your child’s experience with their school and teachers makes significant long-term impact on their social and emotional growth. Thus, it is essential that the parent-teacher connection be supportive and…
The unprecedented adversities of the past year and a half have caused many teens and adults to feel helplessness, anxious, and other negative emotions. While some normality has returned, concerns around the new Delta variant and a surge of COVID cases have caused more uncertainty.…