How to help with social anxiety in teens
Imagine your teen being terrified to make friends or talk to a restaurant server because they constantly worry about being laughed at. And imagine the hopelessness and loneliness they’d feel …
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How to talk to your kids about divorce
How To Talk To Your Kids About Divorce By: Anika Nayak When you and your partner are thinking about getting a divorce, it’s important to inform your children regarding what’s …
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Where do you stand on teen cursing?
I solemnly swear… “Ohhhh Fuuuudddggeeee” Only I didn’t say “Fudge.” I said THE word, the big one, the queen-mother of dirty words, the “F-dash-dash-dash” word! An iconic line from an …
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Must-Haves for Your Teen’s Freshman Year of College
The time has come. Your high school senior has graduated, made it into the college of their choice, and will soon be flying the nest. It’s hard to let them …
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Should I take away my teens phone?
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High School Sweetheart Bye Bye?
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Outdoor Activities for Older Kids
Getting preteens and teens outside doesn’t have to be like pulling teeth. When you have a plan, a fun set up and perhaps a few of their friends, your older …
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Running Into My 7th Grade Bully
When I was in seventh grade—or “grade seven” as we called it in Canada—there was a popular girl who used to pick on me. I still don’t know what it …
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The True Hero of “My So Called Life” – New Perspectives on an Old Favorite
In true pandemic style, I’ve had the chance to catch up on some old shows, and I binged My So-Called Life in a week with no regrets. I never appreciated …
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How to Listen to Your Teen
As a mom of teenagers, I’m in the same boat as every other parent: we have wisdom to impart and a perspective to share, and our kids want none of …
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