Discovering your teenager is using drugs can feel like the bottom has dropped out of your world. As parents, we pour our hearts into nurturing and guiding our children, envisioning bright futures full of promise and potential. But learning they are caught in the grips...
Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) can create a heartbreaking reality for parents, resulting in a teenager who appears perpetually detached, distrustful, or even hostile. To understand this struggle, we need to examine the intricacies of attachment disorders and their...
Mental health issues among teenagers have been steadily rising in recent years. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, mental health disorders amongst teens have risen steadily over the last decade. As parents, it is natural to be concerned about our...
Navigating the social landscape of high school while maintaining good mental health can be challenging for teens in today’s comparison-focused culture. A recent study found that over half of teens report feeling anxious or depressed due to constantly comparing...
Teenage anxiety is on the rise with statistics showing more young people than ever struggling with feelings of stress, worry, and fear. According to recent surveys, over 31.9% of teens report experiencing anxiety symptoms regularly, and around one in five teenagers...
Parenting a teenager can present challenges even under the best of circumstances. However, dealing with disrespectful behavior from a 13-year-old takes effective coping strategies and guidance. This post will explore understanding the root causes of disrespect,...
