
What Are the Red Flags in Teenage Behavior?
Mental Health, Risky Behavior, Self Esteem, TeensWhen a child morphs into a teen, parents know they need to buckle up. The teen years are an emotional roller coaster ride from which few parents are spared. Adolescence is often rife with moodiness, angry outbursts, social struggles, and pushback…

My Teen is Skipping School
Mental Health, Mood Disorders, Risky BehaviorHaving a kid that puts up a fuss about going to school is nothing new for parents. However, the hard reality teens must face is that going to school is compulsory in our country. Still, some teens simply do not want to abide by the attendance…

Dangers of Teens Binge Drinking
Addiction, Risky Behavior, Substance AbuseThe fact that many teens abuse alcohol is not a new development. This age group has always pushed boundaries and experimented with substances. Still, how do parents inform their kids of the dangers of teen binge drinking? Few teens are aware…

How Does Social Media Affect Teens
Mental Health, Risky Behavior, Self Esteem, TeensTeens attached to their smartphones and social media is a ubiquitous sight in the era of modern technology. As much as parents would love to prevent their teens from spending so much time on their social media feeds, it is an uphill battle.…

Have a Troubled Teen? Think Twice Before Considering a Boot Camp. Review Alternatives.
Mental Health, Residential, Risky Behavior, Teens, TreatmentConsider a Residential Treatment Center Instead of a Boot Camp For Teenagers
Before signing your teen up, learn about the drawbacks of teen boot camps.
Most of us can recall the news stories about abusive, militant boot camps for teens a…

How to Know if My Teen Needs Therapy
Mood Disorders, Residential, Risky Behavior, Teens, TreatmentMaybe he is just acting out and whatever is bothering him will soon pass. Maybe she is so depressed because her boyfriend broke up with her last week. Parents often ponder, “How to know if my teen needs therapy” because they are worried…

Signs Your Teenager is Smoking Cigarettes
Addiction, Risky Behavior, Substance Abuse, TeensHow To Know if a Teen is Smoking
Learn the signs of your teenager smoking cigarettes so you can guide them away from this dangerous habit early on.
Did you know that 90% of smokers begin using tobacco before the age of 19? It is a fact that…

How to Deal with Teenage Angst
Mental Health, Mood Disorders, Risky Behavior, TeensHow Do You Deal With Teenage Angst?
Parents, learn some tips for coping with your teenager’s angst.
Just when a parent thinks they have seen it all, their teen has the meltdown to beat all others. Teenage angst is that intense emotional…

What Are Teenage Runaway Laws?
Mental Health, Risky Behavior, TeensAlmost 9% of teens in the U.S. run away from home each year. Learn about California teenage runaway laws.
Parents that are raising teens know all about the drama that comes with this chapter of childhood. While finding their way toward adulthood,…

What Parents Can Do About Adolescent Compulsive Lying
Complusive Lying, Risky Behavior, TeensWhy Do Teens Engage in Chronic Lying?
Let’s face it: human beings are prone to fibs and little white lies. Some are even blatant liars. Lying is just one of many human flaws that we struggle with. Adolescent compulsive lying is no different.
But…