Parents have always had to deal with teen rebellion, but it hasn’t been until recent decades that there has been an official diagnosis for every type of behavior. Depression and anxiety are real disorders that should be taken seriously, but many doctors are unfortunately quick to make a diagnosis and prescribe drugs versus looking deeper …
The term “teenage depression” is often misunderstood. Yes, teens can be moody, and the challenges of the young-adult world often take their toll. However, clinical depression is an entirely different monster. Most parents are not even prepared to spot the signs, let alone deal with the problem on their own. Is it Common for Teens …
Teen health is a challenge for parents and teens alike. Maintaining health is difficult for everyone, but teens tend to live in the moment and not think much of the long-term consequences of lack of sleep, junk food, or worse, drugs and alcohol. To keep our teens on the right track, we have to help …
“Stress in teens can do quite a bit of harm to your body and your emotional health. Work on keeping your stress levels low. One way of keeping your stress levels down is by taking care of business. Don’t let things pile up.” I was Mentoring a 14-year-old the other day and the main topic …
Understanding Teenage Depression Why is your teen pulling away? It is a question many parents ask me. I can totally understand their concerns because there are many reasons why your teen could be pulling away, one being the normal process of separation, the rest being possible drug use, or teenage depression or just working through …
Healthier Diet for Teens Healthy eating is crucial for a growing teen. When the body receives an adequate intake of nutrition, the mood stabilizes, the mind grows sharper and there is more energy available to handle daily responsibilities. Most parents already know this, but a problem arises when a child is too picky to follow …
