Back at School and Feelings Come With It
Back at School and Feelings Come With It The return to school after a break can feel heavier than many families expect 📚. While some teens are eager to jump […]
How to Talk to Your Teen Without Turning It Into a Fight
Most parents aren’t trying to argue with their teen. You’re trying to check in, stay connected, and support them through a stage of life that can feel intense for everyone. […]
Best Summer Activities to Boost Teen Mental Health
Summer break can bring welcome downtime, but for many teens, it also creates space for loneliness, disconnection, or unhealthy habits. Without school’s daily structure, teens may retreat into screens, stay […]
What Teens Wish Their Therapists (and Parents) Understood
When Should Parents Step In? How to Help Navigate Relationships
Understanding Your Role in Your Teen’s Relationships Teen relationships—whether friendships or romantic—are an important part of growing up. They help teens develop social skills, emotional intelligence, and a deeper understanding […]
5 Simple Ways to Support Teen Mental Health in the New Year
The start of a new year feels like a blank page: fresh, full of possibility, and—if we’re being honest—a little daunting. For teens, January can come with pressures to “do […]
January is the Scariest Month for Teen Suicide
Welcome to 2025. A new year—and, more importantly, a new opportunity to focus on January teen suicide awareness and create strong, meaningful communication with your teens. Most assume December is […]
Year-End IRA RMD and Charitable Planning: How You Can Make a Difference
As we approach the end of the year, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all who have generously donated to A Brighter Day Charity. Your support has been […]
Is Halloween Increasing Stress and Depression in Your Teen?
When you think of Halloween, it’s easy to picture costumes, candy, and fun—but for many teens, this holiday can actually be a source of stress or even trigger feelings of […]
How Music and Arts Support Teen Mental Health
In today’s world, teens face numerous challenges, from academic pressures to social media influences and the struggle to fit in. These challenges can take a toll on their mental health, […]