5 Warning Signs That a Teen May Be Using Maladaptive Coping Skills (and How to Talk to Them About It)
When your teen is going through something hard, they’ll likely look for ways to cope. Coping skills can be a great way to process difficult emotions and manage mental health challenges like depression. However, not all coping skills are beneficial. Some ways of coping...
What Is Parentification and How Can It Show Up in Teens?
Teens often want more independence as they grow. It’s also common for teens to help out around the house. However, when a teen’s responsibilities start to resemble those of a parent, it can become a concern, leading to anxiety and other mental health challenges. This...
What Does a Panic Attack Feel Like? What Parents of Teens Ought to Know
Panic attacks can be a bit different from person to person. Most often, they come on suddenly and unexpectedly. They usually involve physical symptoms such as a fast heartbeat, chest pain, shortness of breath, trembling, and sweating or chills. It can be hard to know...
The Impact False Memory OCD Can Have on a Teen’s Mental Health and 3 Benefits of Treatment
Memories aren’t perfect; they can change over time. Many people experience false memories that are innocuous. For instance, you might think that a member of your family was present at a vacation that took place years ago when they weren’t. For people who have OCD,...
Stressors in Teens: The Importance of Addressing Them and Teaching Teens How They Can Be Managed
On top of the stressors teens have always faced, teens today are experiencing new kinds of stress. Much of it comes from the 24-hour news cycle and an increasing reliance on digital and social media. People of all ages have busier schedules than ever before, and we...
The Value of a Healthy Family Environment for Your Teen and 5 Ways You Can Facilitate One
Your family’s environment goes beyond the house you live in. It encompasses everything from the structure and dynamics to the traditions and values. You might not give much thought to the environment on a daily basis, as many aspects seem to be second nature or have...
6 Advantages of Family-Focused Therapy for Teens Managing Their Mental Health
Every person’s mental health journey is personal, and we all have our own ways of navigating it. Even though you want to make sure that your teen develops confidence in their ability to handle mental health challenges on their own, it can also be helpful to have their...
5 Signs You May Notice in Your Teen If They’re Struggling With Their Mental Health
As a parent, you want your teen to be happy, healthy and thriving. Sometimes, though, mental health challenges can make that difficult. It’s not always easy to tell if your teen is struggling with their mental health. Teens don’t usually come right out and say, “I’m...
6 Therapy Activities for Teens: Ways to Manage Stress and Improve Mental Well-Being
The teen years are an important time for learning about mental health and developing healthy coping skills. You can help your teen engage with their thoughts, feelings, behaviors and relationship skills in ways that support their overall mental well-being. Practicing...