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. […]
The Family Check-In Challenge
The “Family Check-In Challenge” is an A Brighter Day initiative designed to encourage open conversations within families as we roll into the new school year. This routine isn’t just a […]
Spring Forward from Teen Depression: Action Steps for Parents
Teens Need Resources More Than Ever The world has temporarily become more complicated, but the level of our teen’s stress and teen suicide overall continues to be at epidemic levels. […]
Valentine’s Day Blues: How Is Your Teen Coping?
February and Valentine’s Day usually represent a time of love and everything associated with love. Romance, flowers, jewelry, fine food, and chocolates – these are all good! For your teen, […]
Finding the Perfect Mentor For Your Teen
What does the word “mentor” mean? If you have attended school, played a sport, or were involved in any type of activities that involved a group of people, you have likely heard […]
Winter Break and Finals: 5 Ways to Encourage Your Teen
With winter break on the horizon and final exams around the corner, it’s no surprise that your teen might be experiencing more stress and anxiety during this time of year. […]
Teen Therapy: 5 Steps for Parents
Teen therapy for mental health can be a tough situation to handle. Kids are already reluctant to talk to their own parents, so the suggestion of talking to a professional may […]
The 5 Most Important Ways Parents Can Support LGBTQ+ Youth
All teens face issues like academic pressure, personal identity issues, and tricky relationships — friendships, romance, frenemies, parents, siblings. Adolescents and teens who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer […]
5 Ways to Know Your Feelings Better
Do you sometimes get overwhelmed with feelings that you just can’t wrap your head around? Don’t worry. This is extremely common in everyone’s teenage years! After we reach adolescence, growing […]