How Parents Can Truly Connect with Their Teens and Foster Open Communication Parenting teenagers can often feel like navigating a maze. As teens strive for independence, they may become less communicative, leaving parents feeling disconnected. H ...
Handling Teen Screen Addiction
Finding Harmony Between Digital Usage and Real-World Engagement In today's digital era, technology plays an integral role in the lives of teenagers. While screens offer educational benefits and social connectivity, excessive usage can lead to dig ...
Navigating the Teen Years
Helping Your Child Find Their Wings (Without Letting Go Completely!) Ah, the teenage years. A whirlwind of emotions, changing friendships, and the constant hum of "finding themselves." As parents, we often feel like we're navigating a maze in the d ...
Handling Negative Peer Pressure at School
Written by Russ Gadzhiev, PhD “Be yourself. Don’t worry about what other people are thinking of you, because they’re probably feeling the same kind of scared, horrible feelings that everyone does.” – Phil Lester “Most people are not really fr ...
The Power of Positive Parenting
Fostering Independence and Healthy Identity Formation As a parent, you’ve probably had those moments where you look at your teenager and wonder, “Where did my little kid go?” One minute they’re asking for help tying their shoes, and the next they’r ...