teens
Do You Monitor Social Media?
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If you've been to one my presentations recently, then you've heard me talk all about how important it is for parents to know about the apps your kids are using. It's also imperative for you to monitor their interactions on social media.
Say Hello to Calm, Goodbye to Anxiety
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One thing that is consistent in life is change. Change can be one of the hardest and most stressful things for us to deal with. Think about your first day of Kindergarten as a child. Perhaps you were crying, afraid to leave your comfort zone. Even as we get older, anything dif...
Let Your Teen Fail
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I recently was inspired by attending a discussion for parents with Jessica Laher about the ideas from her book “The Gift of Failure.”
The book highlights how many parents do not allow their kids to fail, struggle and help themselves.
They often are misguided by their desire to make their ki...
Is Your Teen Using Drugs?
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Parents are often worried or confused about changes in their teenager. It's sometimes difficult to decipher typical adolescent behavior from what may be a result of drug use.
Here are some signs that your teen may be abusing drugs or alcohol:
- Skipping class, declinin...
