Parenting Teens
A crisis can strike without warning — whether it’s a natural disaster, family emergency, or personal tragedy. In these moments, children often look to parents and caregivers for stability, reassurance, and strength. This guide provides practical strategies to help you manage stress, maintain routines, and support your child’s emotional well-being during times of uncertainty. By staying calm and connected, you can help your family navigate challenges together and foster resilience for the future.
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Recognizing the Signs of Anxiety and Depression in Children | Article
It is estimated that nearly 5 million people in the United States alone suffer from some type of serious mental illness.
What Every Parent Should Know About Prescription Medication Use by Teens | Article
As a clinician, one of my biggest concerns is the lack of awareness by parents and adolescents regarding teens misusing prescription medications. These medications include benzodiazepines (e.g., Xanax, Valium, and Klonopin), pain medication (e.g., OxyContin, Hydrocodone, and Percocet), and stimulan…
Appropriate Consequences for Chore-Ditching Teens | Article
By Luis F. Morales Knight, Ph.D.
When Disciplining, Be Like a Dispassionate Cop | Article
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Refusing to Do Homework | Q&A
Our son refuses to do his homework. We've tried sending him to a teacher after school to get help/tutoring. We've taken away his after-school activities and his electronics because of failing grades. Nothing seems to work. At this point, we can't force him to do his homework. It just turns into a fi…
Disrespectful Daughter after Divorce | Q&A
I've recently divorced and have custody of my 14-year-old daughter. Since the divorce, she has become both disrespectful and unwilling to interact with me, even in a simple conversation. I would like to get my daughter some professional counseling, but I can't find anyone who's taking new clients ri…
Two Teenage Boys Messing Around with Drugs | Q&A
I have two teenage boys, ages 15 and 17. Both are messing around with all kinds of drugs and have been kicked out of high schools for selling drugs. They won't go to school. They skip all the time. My 15-year-old is on diversion for selling Xanax at school. He now goes to an alternative school and s…
How to Stop Constant Bickering Between Brothers | Q&A
I am wondering how to stop the constant bickering between an 11-year-old and his 12-1/2-year-old brother. It's getting ridiculous, the things they bicker about.
Single Mom with a Mentally Ill Daughter and a Son Who Has Become Dangerous | Q&A
I am a single mom with a mentally ill daughter and a son who has such deep-seated anger that he has become dangerous. We have the police at our home several times a week. He doesn't go to school, and when he does, he is always late. He refuses to obey curfew, comes and goes as he pleases, and lies a…
A 15-Year-Old Out of Control | Q&A
I need help with my 15-year-old son. I am a single mother with limited income, and I’m out of options. He is a former honor student getting F’s in his four major core classes due to missing homework. He failed two classes last year for the same reason. He took summer school and was kicked out on th…
Four Tips to Help Your Teens Make Good Clothing Choices | Blog
Discover essential tips for guiding your teens in making smart clothing choices this summer. From setting expectations to embracing comfort, learn how to navigate seasonal events with style.
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