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Less Criticism, More Connection
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Too often, parents interact with kids and teens through giving direction and criticisms. Instead, make a point to have fun together.
As life gets busy, it’s easy for quality time with our children to revolve around chores, homework, and extracurricular activities. Tryi...
“I’m bored!” Well, good.
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Summer brings a change of pace and a break from busy school schedules. While it can be tempting to immediately fill every moment with activities and entertainment, occasional boredom is actually beneficial for children. Boredom encourages creati...
End-of-School-Year Stress? (Oh no!)
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A great summer doesn't just happen to you... you make it happen.
As the school year comes to an end, many kids and teens look forward to summer break. However, the transition from a structured school schedule to a more relaxed summer routine can sometimes be challengin...
AI & Teen Mental Health: What Parents Need to Know
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What if the place your teen feels most comfortable opening up… isn’t with a person, but AI?
Every day, I’m seeing more evidence that teens are turning to AI to talk through their thoughts and concerns. It’s fast, always available, and feels easy to open up to.
But while AI can...
