If your teen seems different after a traumatic experience, it can be hard to know what to do next. Not every young person who goes through trauma develops PTSD, and some stress reactions improve with time. However, mental health treatment may be helpful if your...
Learning how to deal with social media addiction can feel challenging, especially if your teen’s phone is tied to their friendships, school, identity and daily life. Social media addiction isn’t a formal diagnosis, but some young people can develop compulsive...
Anxiety can feel different for every teen. Sometimes it shows up as worry, overthinking or trouble sleeping. Other times, it can feel sudden, intense and physical. People sometimes use the term ‘anxiety attack’ to describe intense anxiety or panic-like symptoms, such...
The teen years can include joy, growth and new freedom, but they can also bring stress that feels too big to manage alone. Some of the most stressful life events for teens involve change, loss, pressure, conflict or feeling unsafe. Stress is not always a mental health...
A new school year can bring excitement, but it can also create uncertainty, social pressure and worry. Helping your teen build emotional intelligence before school starts may prepare them to recognize feelings, communicate their needs and respond to challenges more...
The months leading up to college are often filled with both excitement and nerves. As your teenager prepares to head to campus, you might notice them working harder than ever to secure the perfect grades, the right social status or a flawless future plan. While having...
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