Article at a Glance Depression is a disorder that causes overwhelming feelings of sadness, despair, or anger with symptoms lasting anywhere from weeks to years. Depression can be caused by genetics, hormones or stressful life changes. It is important to learn the symptoms and when to get help. It can be a challenge to know … Continue reading “Learning to Recognize Teen Depression”
Article at a Glance After May 14th teens will not be allowed to talk on the cell phone while driving. Lawmakers hope the new law will educate teens and their parents on the dangers of driving while distracted. Talking on the phone while driving is dangerous and impairs your driving as much as drunk driving. … Continue reading “New Law Banning Cell Phone Use For Teen Drivers Goes Into Effect”
Article at a Glance Pressuring a teen to lose weight can damage family relationships. Help your children develop healthy habits by leading with love and showing a good example. Regardless of weight, help your children develop healthy attitudes about their self worth. It is easy to see why parents worry about their overweight teens. Bullying, … Continue reading “Healthy Ways to Help Overweight Teens”
Article at a Glance Helicopter parenting is when a parent is overly intrusive and controlling in the lives of their maturing children. Being involved with your child’s life is a very good thing, but being over involved can make it harder for young adults to transition to adulthood. Experts advise that allowing young adults to … Continue reading “A Scientific Look at Helicopter Parenting”
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