8 time management tips to make life easier
As a teen, having time management tips and strategies is a critical life skill that can help you feel more confident in your day-to-day decisions. Just think of how you […]
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Yes, the CDC saw a 51 percent increase in suicide attempts by adolescent girls during the pandemic. Yes, emergency department mental health visits were up 31 percent among adolescents during […]
“Man Up!” The phenomenon that affects young men across America
“You aren’t man enough.” “Man up!” “Come on, don’t be a ______.” What do these phrases have in common? You guessed it: They all reinforce toxic masculinity. Toxic masculinity is […]
11 Real Issues that Teens Face Every Day
“What a relief! My teen is back at school, finally, and everything is good again. No more Zoom classes and complaining.” Does this sound familiar? Now that public health officials […]
Is Your Teen’s Head on Straight as Schools Open for Fall?
All of us as parents are so grateful that our teens will finally be able to go back to school in a few weeks.This means that they may learn in […]
Independence Day and Your Teen
Take a moment to step back and think: What were you doing on July 4th, 2020? In our family, I recall we were dealing with a lot of uncertainty. Our […]
Eating Disorders: Signs, Symptoms, and Tips for Managing ED
Weight obsession affects millions of teenagers today, especially girls. Gen Z faces an onslaught of body image messages from peers, social media influencers, mass media, and even clothing store mannequins […]
Father’s Day and Your Teen
This Sunday is Father’s Day. Let me begin by wishing all the dads a terrific day and hope you spend time with your family and friends. This Father’s Day weekend, […]
12 Ways to Deal With Loneliness During Social Isolation
There’s no sugarcoating it: it’s a stressful time to be alive. Every time we glance at the TV, scroll our social media feeds, or even check our emails, we’re seeing […]
Avoiding Those Teen Summertime Blues
In just a few weeks, the 2020-2021 school year will end. Most teens have barely had time to socialize with peers in meaningful ways. Without a doubt, this past school […]