Protect Teens. Safely Dispose of Unused Prescriptions.
Though your home should be a safe place for every member of your family, many parents don’t recognize the potential danger hiding inside their medicine cabinets. Prescription medications can be a tempting target for curious teenagers, and youthful experiments with drugs can quickly lead to addiction. Every year on April 22, the U.S. Drug Enforcement […]
Observing Self-Injury Awareness Month
Many adolescents today struggle to cope with the stress of growing up in an uncertain world. Young people who are still emotionally immature are especially vulnerable to peer pressure and media depictions telling them how to look and behave. The things they read or watch online can be especially damaging for teenagers’ mental health, which […]
Fostering Mental Wellness in Teens
Beyond the typical moodiness and angst that characterize adolescence, many teens are vulnerable to developing disorders like depression and anxiety. Due to factors like isolation, social media use, stress and bullying, adolescent mental health has rapidly become one of the foremost challenges in American culture. As we observe World Teen Mental Wellness Day on March […]
Sudden Sniffing Death Syndrome
Inhalant Abuse, Whippets and Sudden Sniffing Death Syndrome The use of inhalants dates back to the 19th century when nitrous oxide was introduced as an intoxicant. Nitrous oxide was recognized for its euphoric mental and physical effects on those who inhaled it. This led to recreational use within upper-class society and later contributed to the […]
What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder?
What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder? As children grow and develop, it is common to run into some difficult behavior. While this is normal for children and teens, it’s also important for parents to assess their child’s behavior and ensure that it is not rooted in an underlying mental health condition. Oppositional defiant disorder, also known […]
Social Media Addiction Among Teens
Social media platforms like YouTube and TikTok appeal to teenagers and adults alike. They provide a nearly endless stream of information and entertainment about every imaginable topic, while keeping people connected to each other and exposing them to new ideas. However, there is a dark side of excessive internet use – the possibility of addiction. […]
Stop Enabling Your Teenager
Most of us are familiar with the concept of a “lawnmower parent” – someone who clears the path in front of their child, shielding them from disappointments or adversity. While you may feel this parenting style is the best way to show how much you care about your teen and want them to succeed in […]
How Internet Use Affects Teenagers
Today’s teenagers grow up surrounded by technology and take the internet and social media for granted. This constant exposure can affect their self-esteem and give them unrealistic perceptions about how the world works. Since adolescents are less likely to be skeptical of information they see online, parents must understand the potential risks and benefits of […]
Teen Suicide Rates
Adolescent and young adult mental health challenges are a growing public health concern. Teen suicide rates among young people have increased over the past decade, reaching the level of a nationwide crisis. This National Suicide Prevention Month, what should you know about this problem, and how can you keep your teen son safe? Teenage Suicide […]
Why Is My Teenager So Angry?
Because adolescents experience so many rapid changes and face significant life decisions, their emotions can be especially volatile. As a parent, you have likely been a target of your son’s anger more than you’d like and wondered about the source of this hostility. Healthy vs. Unhealthy Anger in Teens Anger and irritability may sometimes be […]