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!
Societal pressure for girls to look a certain way is so pervasive that it’s impossible to avoid.
Why can’t you just ask your kid to stop playing video games during school or while they’re doing their homework?
What do you do if you’re a grandparent and you don’t necessarily agree with the way your adult child is raising your grandchild?
Many parents would like to reign in their teen’s social media use. Set boundaries with your kid, not for them.
https://youtu.be/JIBFgmZV8uk To a teenager there is nothing on earth that is more fun than a video game. Learning guitar, playing basketball, going to grandma’s house for dinner… nothing will match the thrill of video games. Parents need to remember that impulse control, emotional regulation, the ability to see cause and effect are all still developing …
https://youtu.be/Za1ZS4iswAQ Baseball player? Violinist? Nope, your teen wants to be a professional gamer. No matter what your kid’s dreams are, they need balance and a good connection with you. That way they can remain strong and stable for whatever comes at them. Your kid’s career might not last, but your relationship with them will, so …
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.
Video games can be a source of stress relief, bonding time, and just good-natured fun! But sometimes there are aspects of gaming culture that don’t mesh well with parents’ household rules. This week’s Tips OTeens question comes from a parent unsure how to respond to their teen’s gaming: “Yesterday I overheard my son yelling some …
