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How to Help Your Teen Develop Healthy Sleeping Habits
Is your teenager perpetually tired and cranky in the morning? You're not alone. Helping teenagers get enough sleep is a challenge for many parents. Healthy sleep habits for teens are more important than you think. Sleep is a major factor in growth, learning and mood...
How to Help Your Teen Overcome Procrastination and Build Productive Habits
Is your teen delaying his or her homework to the last minute? You're not alone. Many parents find it hard to cope with the typical habit of teenagers who like to push tasks away. Today, as many as 75% of high school students find it impossible to overcome...
How Help Your Teen Now Supports Families in the Adoption Assistance Program
It’s exciting to bring a child into your family through adoption, but the bureaucratic process can be daunting. Many families face a bureaucratic battering by the rules and forms of the California Adoption Assistance Program. This program is critical to support for...
Adoption Assistance Program in California: Key Benefits and How to Apply
Which is how a child is adopted and landed in the waiting arms of a family. The state’s Adoption Assistance Program provides important support if that dream is to be achieved for more families. Many parents wonder how they will afford to raise an adopted child,...
Building Trust With Your Teen
Establishing trust with your teen is a foundational aspect of nurturing a healthy parent-child relationship. It serves as a cornerstone for effective communication and mutual understanding. By fostering trust, you create a supportive environment that encourages...
How to Set Rules for Teens They Abide By
Establishing boundaries and rules for teenagers can be a delicate balance between authority and understanding. It requires a strategic approach that considers their perspective while maintaining a sense of structure. By implementing certain strategies, one can create...
Extracurricular Activities for Troubled Teens
Engaging troubled teens in extracurricular activities can profoundly impact their overall well-being and personal development. By providing a structured environment for growth and learning, these activities offer a unique opportunity for teens to explore their...
Alternative Education Options for Troubled Teens
Investigating alternative education options for troubled teens can be a transformative journey towards overcoming obstacles and tapping into potential. These specialized programs offer a unique approach that goes beyond traditional schooling to address the individual...
How Peer Pressure Impacts Teens
The influence of peer pressure on teenagers is a complex and pervasive phenomenon that can shape various aspects of their lives. From decisions about social interactions to academic pursuits, the impact of peer pressure can be profound. Yet, the question remains - how...
Handling Teen Substance Abuse and Difficulties At Home
Managing the complexities of teen substance abuse within the home setting requires a delicate balance of understanding and firmness. As parents are faced with the challenge of recognizing the signs and initiating conversations, it becomes evident that a supportive and...
How Can You Support Your Teen When They Are Disrespecting You?
Every generation was raised differently so when you exhibited disrespectful behavior toward your parents you may have gotten spanked. However, times have changed and there are more constructive and effective ways to deal with a disrespectful teenager. Bad behavior...
What to Do When Your Teen Becomes Violent
Coming face-to-face with your violent teenager can be terrifying and heartbreaking at the same time. Confronting a teenager who could potentially hurt themselves or others around them is difficult but you don't have to do it alone. There are safe ways that you can...
How Can You Prepare Your Teen to Attend Day Treatment for Behavior
Are you at your wits end with your teenager's bad behavior? Fortunately, there are many programs and support for parents to help them deal with children who have behavioral issues. One of the ways you can help your child is by sending them for day treatment. However,...
What is Daily Life Like at Residential Treatment?
The purpose of a residential treatment center is to provide a troubled teenager with a structured daily routine. This is so teens can focus on their goals which is to heal and overcome their addictions or behavioral problems. If you're a parent who doesn't fully know...
What are the Signs Your Teen Needs Help?
It can be difficult for parents to determine whether their teenager has mental health challenges or if they're going through a phase. As children become teenagers their personalities begin to change and they may become more moody or aggressive. However, there are...