Digital devices are nothing more than the equivalent of a digital pacifier that distracts kids from dealing with their real issues. Device dependency inhibits a teens ability to develop coping skills and strategies for dealing with the real world. And just like the pacifier, it’s going to be hard to take away!
So you say you don’t have the time and money for your own self care? We hear this from busy parents all the time. Focusing on your kids and being a parent is a lot of work. But the fact that you’re saying you don’t have resources to take care of your own emotional well being is a sign that something is out of balance.
It’s really important that your kids feel connected to you!
Are you worried that your teen’s lack of self confidence is setting them back in the classroom? If so, the first thing you’ll want to do is try to figure out what’s behind it.
If you suspect that your teen is developing an eating disorder, you need to take action promptly. It’s not just a phase or fad.
How do you help your teen with their self confidence in social situations after a year of quarantine and hanging around the house?
How do you motivate a depressed child? Setting boundaries to get your kid to do stuff sounds great in theory. But what if your kid is depressed or suffering from significant anxiety?
Is your teen experiencing anxiety about returning to in person classes after quarantine?
Cyber-bullying is really serious and capable of causing lasting trauma. How should a parent respond when they find out it’s happening to their kid?
Is your child struggling with their self-image, and how to portray themselves on social media? How do you talk to them about it without making them feel like your judging them. That’s the topic we take on in this Tips on Teens video.
