Suicide Prevention for LGBT Teens
“We have a responsibility to be better to each other, and accept each others’ differences regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ability, or religion and stand up for someone when...
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Adolescence is a challenging time for both the kids going through it and their parents. It is a period of exploration and growth, opportunity and vulnerability. Dr. Daniel Siegel in his new book,...
View ArticleVIDEO: Dr. James Garbarino Talks About the Secret Life of Teenagers and the...
Watch an exerpt from PsychAlive’s exclusive interview with Dr. James Garbarino. Dr. James Garbarino talks about a study that reveals how secretive some teenagers can be about themselves. Dr. James...
View ArticleTop 8 Ways to Protect Your Kids Online and Improve Communication in the Family
As a middle school teacher, I constantly have parents come to me and ask if I would be willing to impose a rule for my class that students cannot use social networking sites like twitter, Snapchat,...
View Article7 Tips for Parent’s to Help Their Teen Create a Strong Sense of Self
As we welcome in the New Year we also look at goals and new opportunities to explore in the coming year. A fresh start. As parents, it might be a great time to reflect on how you are supporting your...
View ArticleThis Is What Teen Depression Looks Like
I want you to picture a person with depression. Are you seeing the dark bedroom, filthy sweatpants, empty eyes, poor health and general lack of prosperity? You know what I see when I picture...
View ArticleWhat to Do When Your Teen Pushes You Away
8 ways to respond when your teen wants space All parents reach that point when they hang their head in their hands and lament, “My kid hates me.” For most parents, this moment either happens for the...
View ArticleHow to Talk With Your Adolescent About Their Drug or Alcohol Use
One of the most frightening experiences for any parent is the moment you realize that your child may have a substance abuse problem. You are scared to death about what they may be taking, the late...
View ArticleWhich is Worst for Your Mental Health: Instagram, Facebook or YouTube?
Social media is a relatively new experience for the human psyche. With social networks becoming more ingrained in people’s lives each year and each generation, it is vital that we understand the full...
View ArticleSuicide Prevention for LGBT Teens
“We have a responsibility to be better to each other, and accept each others’ differences regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ability, or religion and stand up for someone when...
View ArticleWhat Parents Need to Know About the Teenage Brain
Adolescence is a challenging time for both the kids going through it and their parents. It is a period of exploration and growth, opportunity and vulnerability. Dr. Daniel Siegel in his new book,...
View ArticleVIDEO: Dr. James Garbarino Talks About the Secret Life of Teenagers and the...
Watch an exerpt from PsychAlive’s exclusive interview with Dr. James Garbarino. Dr. James Garbarino talks about a study that reveals how secretive some teenagers can be about themselves. Dr. James...
View ArticleTop 8 Ways to Protect Your Kids Online and Improve Communication in the Family
As a middle school teacher, I constantly have parents come to me and ask if I would be willing to impose a rule for my class that students cannot use social networking sites like twitter, Snapchat,...
View Article7 Tips for Parent’s to Help Their Teen Create a Strong Sense of Self
As we welcome in the New Year we also look at goals and new opportunities to explore in the coming year. A fresh start. As parents, it might be a great time to reflect on how you are supporting your...
View ArticleThis Is What Teen Depression Looks Like
I want you to picture a person with depression. Are you seeing the dark bedroom, filthy sweatpants, empty eyes, poor health and general lack of prosperity? You know what I see when I picture...
View ArticleWhat to Do When Your Teen Pushes You Away
8 ways to respond when your teen wants space All parents reach that point when they hang their head in their hands and lament, “My kid hates me.” For most parents, this moment either happens for the...
View ArticleHow to Talk With Your Adolescent About Their Drug or Alcohol Use
One of the most frightening experiences for any parent is the moment you realize that your child may have a substance abuse problem. You are scared to death about what they may be taking, the late...
View ArticleWhich is Worst for Your Mental Health: Instagram, Facebook or YouTube?
Social media is a relatively new experience for the human psyche. With social networks becoming more ingrained in people’s lives each year and each generation, it is vital that we understand the full...
View ArticleEating Disorders and Vaping: What’s the Link?
Vaping is very much on the rise in adolescents and adults. (1) While early research shows that e-cigarettes are less dangerous to health than traditional cigarettes, there is no published data yet on...
View ArticleFinding the Balance Between Using Social Media and Improving Your Self-Esteem
Social Media has irrevocably changed our lives. Since the dawn of its invention, everybody has had their own opinions on how to use these platforms. I grew up with the scrutinization from older...
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