How to Help a Grieving Teen
When a teen loses a friend or loved one, they may have a wide range of responses. They might become frequently sad, withdrawn, or even appear as though nothing is […]
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Teen Anxiety is a Manageable and Treatable Illness
Let’s say your teen tends to worry about things. For instance, she may worry about the fact that her younger brother is going to miss the bus to school. But
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Teen Social Media, Cell Phone, and Internet Addiction on the Rise
A new study by Common Sense Media reveals that teens feel addicted to social media and their mobile devices. The study found that 50 percent of teens between the ages
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How To Support Your Teen Even Without a Close Parent-Teen Relationship
Teens need support from their parents, caregivers, and other adults because of the demands of this stage in life. And it’s not only the physical, emotional, and psychological,
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How to Manage the Anger in Your Teen
Teens can get angry over many things. They might feel like you don’t understand them. They might feel like you are stifling their individuality or independence. However, most of these
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Teens with Mental Illness Need More Than Just Medication
When teens struggle with symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or other mental illnesses, medication can help ease their challenging symptoms. Medication can balance the mood
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One Teen Talks Openly About Her Panic Attacks on Facebook
In an attempt to change the incessant stigma that comes with mental illness, a teen recently made a post on Facebook highlighting the difference between her “normal” self and a
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When Teens Feel Loved They Thrive
When an adolescent feels loved by his or her parents, that love facilitates a teen’s ability to love themselves. And this is essential during adolescence. There is an
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How to Help a Friend Who Is Depressed
One in five teens experience depression at some point in their teenage years. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), approximately, 8% of teens meet the diagnostic
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Parent-Teen Arguments Can Actually Be Healthy for Adolescents
A recent article in the New York Times highlights how certain conflict resolution styles can benefit a teen. During adolescence, parent-teen arguments are likely going to happen. However, a
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