Social anxiety affects at least 1 out of 3 adolescents between 13 and 18 years old. Since the pandemic, social anxiety has increased, especially among teens who may have become socially withdrawn after months of limited in-person interactions with their peers. Now that the new...
For millions of students, the start of the 2021/2022 school year will be the first time attending school entirely in-person, in a classroom full of others since March 2020. A lot has changed since a year and a half ago, including the mental state of...
What parent hasn’t heard the “I’m bored” complaint from their child or adolescent? Sometimes the context of the complaint makes sense, such as a long car ride or unwanted activity. But often there is more behind these two simple words. Here are some of the...
Depression and low self-esteem are two sides of the same coin. While low self-esteem leaves people vulnerable, there are ways to improve it, even when struggling with depression. 1. Start and End Your Day With Positivity Sandwiching the day with positivity will help you start...
During these challenging times, children and teens require a sense of consistency and normalcy. With the disruption of daily routine, everyone has been experiencing that "out of sorts" feelings while trying to figure out their new normal. So, how do you keep the kids calm,...
As teenagers start to develop, they often push their parents away as a technique to foster independence. It's not personal. Though, for a parent, it may feel as if it is! However, it’s during adolescence that your child needs you the most.