The school environment can be a tough place to survive in. All the popularity contests, jealousy’s, rumors, and cliques can lead to a lot of frustration in the daily life of a teen. With all these things going on in their lives, it isn’t surprising to hear of an occasional fight here and there; but […]
Archives for May 2017
Working With Your Teen To Find Their Passion And Avoid Pushing Your Own Agenda
If you were a star athlete in high school, then maybe you dream of cheering your child on from the stands as they follow in your foot steps. If you were a performer then you hope to watch your own child act or sing on stage. While it is common for teenagers to pursue the […]
How Something As Small As Turning Off Notifications Makes Social Media Less Time Consuming
Interacting with teenagers can be intimidating, and having them constantly glued into their phones can make it even trickier. Can’t we all find ourselves a little too plugged in from time to time? Media and technology addiction is real, and can interfere with our ability to communicate with others if we let it. Once we’ve […]
Reviewing Various Programs and Options for Defiant and Troubled Teens
Teens might act out and rebel against what they perceive to be too much authority from their parents. A child transitioning through the teen years is trying to discover who they are, and some feel like they need to do so without any help from their parents or any kind of structured activity, such as […]
Helping Your Teen Understand The Significance Of Extracurricular Activities
Some of your fondest memories of school are probably tied up in your extracurricular activities. Of course, you want your kid to experience that also. The benefits of extracurricular activities are many. They’re celebrated by many a parent for keeping kids busy and out of trouble. They’re also a means of personal development and help […]