If your teenager has depression, you might be looking ahead to his or her high school graduation with a sense of fear. Your teen likely feels overwhelmed with all that […]
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Rejection: It stings at any age, but teens in particular tend to take rejection very personally. Remember that teens tend to internalize and personalize rejection; while the reality might be
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Many parents who find out that their teen is experiencing mental health challenges may experience confusion around what mental health services are best for their adolescent. This may be especially
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As you know, there are a lot of hobbies that your teen might take up that you find less than optimal. There are potentially dangerous hobbies, like partying or simply
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If your teen is struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or any other mental health conditions, his or her doctor might suggest using medication to reduce symptoms. Many parents are hesitant
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A traumatic event can significantly alter an individual’s life, especially when it happens during adolescence, so it is important for teens to learn to cope with trauma. Typically, teens are
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If you have more than one child, then you’ve dealt with sibling rivalry at some point. When the kids are little, it might include physical altercations, constant bickering over who
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Female teens typically have different needs than male teens. In fact, many experts now recognize that female teens are more vulnerable to mood disorders, including depression and anxiety. Research also indicates that
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While your child might have enjoyed activities with you when he or she was younger, it’s common for teens to balk at doing things they previously participated in happily. If
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Does your teen have school anxiety? Does he or she complain of stomachaches, headaches, or symptoms like sweaty palms, a racing heart, or breathlessness on school days? There are many
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