It’s the beginning of the school year and your teen is heading off to a new grade and possibly a new school. Getting the new school year off to a […]
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How to Ease Teen Anxiety When Starting at a New School
Whether it happens due to a cross-country move, a parental divorce, or because the old school wasn’t the best fit, your teen is likely feeling at least somewhat anxious and […]
7 Most Common Teen Phobias
A phobia is a fear that is out of proportion to the object or situation involved. While everyone has fears, some people, particularly those with anxiety disorders, have phobias. The […]
Impact of Positive & Negative Peer Pressure on Teens and Their Self-Esteem
When you have teenagers, it is only natural to be concerned about peer pressure. After all, you could be concerned about how the influence from other teens might impact your […]
How to Help Your Teenager Deal With Peer Pressure: 6 Tips
One of the defining characteristics of adolescence is the way social relationships become front and center in a teen’s life. While staying connected to the family was of great importance […]
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The Differences between ADHD and Bipolar Disorder in Teens
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, also known as ADHD, is easy to confuse with Bipolar Disorder. Add to that the chaos of adolescence and the new behaviors your teen might be exhibiting, […]
Teen Fears and Phobias: A Guide for Parents
You might know the names of some of the most common teen phobias. Arachnophobia, or the fear of spiders, was made famous by the 1990 comedy movie of the same name. […]
Symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder in Teens
Some teens don’t have it easy. They’re inner life is filled with tumultuous thoughts and feelings and the thoughts about themselves are anything but positive. Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is […]
4 Things Only People With Smiling Depression Will Understand
What does depression look like? If you picture a depressed person as someone who can’t stop crying, who is exhausted, who doesn’t want to socialize, or who has stopped taking […]