We all make mistakes, right? As adults, we know that when we mess up, the more we can embrace mistakes and setbacks, the wiser we become. Your perfectionist teen most likely doesn’t have the life experience to put these kinds of life events into context.
How do I handle it when my perfectionist teen messes up? Read More »
Teenagers, or adolescents, tend to distance themselves from their parents as they enter adolescence. The drive for teenage independence is a normal part of their development.
How Much Independence Should You Give Your Teenager? Read More »
When you have a teenager, dealing with moodiness is pretty normal. This has been true since the beginning of time. But how do you know if it’s teenage depression?
Teenage Depression: how do I know if my kid is depressed, or just a moody teen? Read More »
If your teen has an entrepreneurial mindset there are a lot of ways you can capitalize as a parent. And we’re not talking about financial gains! Having a teen who shows initiative and creativity as a businessperson opens lots of doors to collaborate with your kid.
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For parents trying to console kids through the pain of heartbreak, it’s important to try to normalize with your child that it’s going to take time.
Heartbreak: Helping Your Kid Through Read More »
The ability of your 17 year old kid with ADHD to set boundaries is probably limited. She most likely will need your help, and she still will most likely push back on that help
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It’s normal for teens to push away from parents and grasp for more freedom and independence. But it’s also normal for us parents to be scared by that and want to hold on. The push/pull between parents and teens wanting their freedom is a phenomenon which hopefully helps both parties find the perfect middle. And it may even be a healthier place to be.
Teenage Independence: How Can Parents Navigate It? Read More »
If you’ve just about had it with those obnoxious teenagers, we get where you’re coming from. We work with them all the time!
Obnoxious Teenagers Read More »
Sometimes shoplifting can be indicative of deeper emotional problems in teenagers. More commonly however, what teens get out of shoplifting is empowerment.
Shoplifting: How to respond When Your Teen Steals Read More »
If you’ve had infidelity in your marriage it can be as hard for your kids as it is for you. Children may feel a range of emotions from shame, embarrassment, betrayal and anger when one parent has been unfaithful. Kids may also feel a strong need to protect the parent who got hurt.
How Do We Help Our Kids Accept Their Dad Back After Infidelity? Read More »
