Because even the smallest tweaks in how your teen approaches life can have a BIG impact on their self-esteem It’s time your teen stops sabotaging their self-esteem once and for all by eliminating these confidence killers in their life… Pass along these 12 confidence killers your teen needs to stop doing today so[…]
Most teens and many preteens use some form of social media and have a profile on a social networking site. Many visit these sites every day. There are plenty of good things about social media — but also many risks and things kids and teens should avoid. They don’t always make good choices when they[…]
It’s no secret that our little ones are becoming increasingly attached to their screens, be it smartphones, tablets, or good old televisions. This growing screen addiction can have some pretty serious consequences on their physical, mental, and social well-being. But have no worries, fellow parent or guardian, because we’re here to tackle this modern-day challenge together. In[…]
As summer draws to a close and the school bells begin to ring, a familiar yet daunting wave of back-to-school anxiety can start to creep in for kids of all ages. The return to classrooms, routines, and new experiences and challenges can trigger a range of emotions. And while this anxiety is a common response to change, as[…]
Being a child can be hard. Situations and emotions can be confusing. Children can be affected by situations differently than adults. Moments of anger, or “acting out,” in children are normal. But as parents, it’s important to teach your children how to deal with their anger from a young age. Learning to cope effectively with[…]
How To Help A Child With Anxiety, In 6 Basic Steps It is a common misconception that kids do not have any problems. We see them laugh and play and go to school, and we often long for those more innocent days. However, kids can deal with stress and anxiety just like their parents.[…]
Studies suggest we can prevent summer learning loss by engaging kids in summertime reading, math games, and hands-on STEM activities. But the benefits depend on making sure kids are truly stimulated — and having fun! Here are the details, and tips for creating a rewarding, playful, educational summer. What is summer learning loss?[…]
A mental health crisis in today’s youth did not begin with the COVID pandemic, but the last two years certainly exposed and accelerated it. It’s why The Surgeon General’s Youth Mental Health Advisory is both a call to action and a cry from the heart. One in three high school students reported “persistent feelings of sadness or[…]
I heard that a new virus called R.S.V. is spreading among children. As a parent, should I be worried? Respiratory syncytial virus, better known as R.S.V., is an upper respiratory illness that’s very common in children. By the age of 2, nearly all children have had it. In most cases the virus causes mild,[…]
Sleep is an important part of maintaining good health, but issues with falling asleep aren’t just problems that come with adulthood. Kids can have trouble getting enough rest, and when they can’t sleep… you can’t sleep. Bedtime can become a battle zone when little ones won’t settle in and fall asleep. But there are ways to[…]