parenting

What Makes Teens Really Happy?
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"Things are never quite as scary when you've got a best friend." — Bill Watterson The 

How to Talk to Your Kids about Anxiety, Depression, and Mental Health
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According to the National Alliance of Mental Illness (2023), each year 1 in 6 youth (6 -17 years old) experience mental health symptoms. Talking with your children about mental health may seem daunting or overwhelming, but it is esse...

For Parents: 3 Essential Tips for Managing Screen Time (and Improving Mental Health for Your Kids)
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There is growing, undeniable evidence that smartphone and social media use are linked with negative mental health. A recent study concluded that 

Back to School (or Back to Screens?)
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Hopefully you and your kids all enjoyed a great summer with more family time, outdoor time, hangs with friends, and relaxation. Whether or not your kids and teens got a break from screens and social media this summer, now is the time to evaluate and set guidelines for healthy screen use for the upco...