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Feeling Left Out By Family: Why it Happens to Teens and How Parents Can Reconnect

Feeling Left Out By Family: Why it Happens to Teens and How Parents Can Reconnect

Aug 19, 2025

Feeling left out by loved ones is a heartbreaking experience for a young person. Your understanding and support can help. Here, we explore what may cause these disconnected, excluded feelings and what can be done to rebuild family connections.

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3 Ways School Impacts Your Teen’s Mental Health — and How You Can Help at Home

3 Ways School Impacts Your Teen’s Mental Health — and How You Can Help at Home

Aug 17, 2025

Your child’s school experience and mental health are connected, just like your work or family life interplays with your own mental health. Learn about three ways that school might influence your teenager’s mental health and what you can do.

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7 Ways You Can Prep for College Emotionally, Not Just Academically

7 Ways You Can Prep for College Emotionally, Not Just Academically

Jul 30, 2025

Many college-bound high school grads focus on preparing for their classes and settling into their dorm. However, the impact of starting school on your emotional and mental health can be a bit harder to plan for. Kylie had her class schedule saved to her phone weeks...

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Teens Feeling Like a Burden? 8 Tips for Parents Trying to Rebuild Connection and Confidence During the Summer Months

Teens Feeling Like a Burden? 8 Tips for Parents Trying to Rebuild Connection and Confidence During the Summer Months

Jul 25, 2025

Feeling like a burden isn’t always a cause for concern, but it can be a sign of anxiety or depression. Click for ideas on how to help your teen.

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How to Talk So Your Teen Will Listen (Without Starting a Fight)

How to Talk So Your Teen Will Listen (Without Starting a Fight)

Jul 24, 2025

Talking to teenagers can sometimes feel like trying to explain quantum physics to a squirrel. It can be totally baffling and a little bit wild. It’s possible to have real, meaningful conversations with your teen without it turning into a full-blown argument, or worse,...

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Healing Sibling Relationships: 8 Tips For Managing Healthy Family Dynamics

Healing Sibling Relationships: 8 Tips For Managing Healthy Family Dynamics

Jul 20, 2025

Have you ever felt like your family group chat is more of a battleground than a safe space? Sibling relationships can be complicated, from epic pillow fights to secret-sharing sessions. They are also more important than you may think.  Around 8 out of 10 kids...

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Noticing Increased Risk-Taking Behavior in Your Teen This Summer? 6 Things Parents Can Do to Keep Their Children Safe

Noticing Increased Risk-Taking Behavior in Your Teen This Summer? 6 Things Parents Can Do to Keep Their Children Safe

Jul 20, 2025

Teens may be especially likely to take risks that are unwise. With your help, your teen can learn to make smart choices. Click below for some ideas on how to support them.

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Summer Stress and Panic Attacks: 7 Ways Parents Can Help Their Teen in the Moment

Summer Stress and Panic Attacks: 7 Ways Parents Can Help Their Teen in the Moment

Jul 15, 2025

Summertime isn’t always relaxing for teens who have anxiety. Click for 7 ways to support your teen during a panic attack.

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Social Media and Teen Self-Worth During Summer Break: 6 Ways Parents Can Help Their Teens

Social Media and Teen Self-Worth During Summer Break: 6 Ways Parents Can Help Their Teens

Jul 10, 2025

Are you worried that your teen might spend the entire summer on their phone? Click “Learn more” below for 6 tips on how to help them manage their social media use and set smart boundaries for better self-worth.

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