Let’s be real, Mom and Dad… High school is an “angsty” time for your teenager. They’ve got social problems, they’re trying to be cool, they’re defensive and resistant… Problems seem to be stacking up. A lot of teens feel like they have to look a certain way. Teenage guys , in particular teen athletes, may… Read More »
Could Your Teen Be Dealing Drugs?
It can be somewhat easy to find out whether or not your teen is using drugs, all you need to do is pay attention to their behavior and significant changes. It can be much more difficult to determine whether or not your child is dealing drugs. If they aren’t using drugs as well, you might… Read More »
Help Your Teen Find a Hobby to Keep Them Busy
Idle and bored teenagers often get up to the worst trouble. As a parent of teenagers, you may never know that you are doing what’s best and sometimes trying to please your teen can feel like climbing an impossible mountain. No two teens are alike, but many of them experience the turbulence of puberty when… Read More »
Teaching Your Kids to Handle Peer Pressure
Peer pressure is an unfortunate daily reality for most children and teens. Your children are getting ready for the new school year where they will face continuous pressure from their classmates and friends. School year peer pressure is much different from summer pressure. As you help your children prepare for a new school environment, be aware… Read More »
The Scary World of Teen Sexual Habits
Teenagers’ sexual habits are not every parent’s favorite topic. However, if parents are being honest, they do have some desire to keep up with what’s going on with their kids. While you may have discussed the birds and the bees years ago, it can still be uncomfortable to talk about with your teen. Although statistics… Read More »