Do you struggle with anxiety? If you do, then you may recognize some of the signs of anxiety when they start to appear in your teen. Adults can often display anxiety symptoms in ways that don’t make sense to those around them. The same holds for teens. If your teen has been acting out, being […]
Is My Teenager Narcissistic?
Parenting a teenager can seem like contending with a complex mystery. Teens are going through many changes during this time in their lives; many are emotional or closed-off and hard to communicate with. Many teens can also seem very self-centered during this time in their lives.\ Many parents worry that their teens might be narcissistic […]
Troubled Teens: How Parents Can Cope Day to Day
Trying to navigate life with a troubled teen, on top of your day-to-day responsibilities to work and family can be exceptionally challenging. Many of us struggle with our daily lives without a troubled teen’s added stress and worry. Whether your teen is struggling with anxiety or depression, aggression, drug or alcohol abuse, or something else […]
How to Be a Parent to a Teenager
Parenting a teen can be stressful. This is a hard time for any child as they learn to stand on their own two feet. However, increased independence can mean increased tension in the home as well. Trying to remain objective and not take your teen’s anxiety during this phase personally can be challenging. Parenting a […]
What is a Military School for Kids?
How much do you know about military school for kids? Much of the information that many of us get comes from television and movies, which is rarely positive. They tend to show a one-sided version of what military and boarding schools offer. This side leans heavily on control, abuse, and discomfort. The reality is that […]
What Do I Do With an Aggressive Teenager?
All the parenting books in the world can’t prepare you for teen aggression. Whether it’s started gradually and is now escalating or is something that seems to have come out of nowhere, it can be a challenge to navigate. Usually, teens aren’t aggressive for no reason. That’s not to say that aggressive adolescent behavior is […]
Talking To Your Teen About School Shootings
News headlines and stories on social media can be frightening for teens at the best of times. Lately, it seems like there is a spotlight on the ever-increasing teen violence, school shootings, and instability that could make anyone feel uneasy. How do you handle speaking with your teen about the near-constant uptick in violence? It […]
My Son Has RAD, Help!
Has your son been diagnosed with reactive attachment disorder (RAD)? Any diagnosis, whether brand new or something you’ve been sitting with for a while, can be overwhelming as you try to navigate what it means for your child and your family. Learning more about RAD and what might be helpful for your child and family […]
Finding Ways to Get Outside With Your Teen
There’s nothing quite like spending time outdoors, particularly if you and your family are often stuck indoors for work and school. When you get free time, how do you like to spend it? Sitting on the couch in front of the TV? While there is nothing wrong with spending a bit of time catching up […]
Social Activities For Teens
The teen years are meant to be learning about who you’re becoming and what you want to be. These years should be spent meeting and making new friends. We are social creatures. Even those who love our company will crave companionship with those who share a special connection or interest. For teens, social activities are […]
