Youth & Mental Health

Articles focusing on mental health challenges faced by children and teenagers.

6 hours ago

The Gift of Presence: How a Non-Materialistic Christmas Can Nurture Gratitude in Kids

The holiday season is often synonymous with excess—excessive shopping, excessive decorating, and, let’s face it, excessive spending. But...

2 days ago

Parenting with Purpose: How Parental Modeling Shapes Emotion Regulation in Children

As parents, we often find ourselves in a balancing act between being caregivers, role models, and disciplinarians. But here's something...

4 days ago

From Criticism to Confidence: Creative Ways Teens Can Handle Negative Feedback on Social Media

In today’s digital age, social media is an integral part of teen life, serving as both a space for connection and self-expression...

Dec 8

A Day in the Life of Parenting a Child with ODD: Signs, Causes, and How to Navigate the Challenges

Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences anyone can undertake. When a child is diagnosed with Oppositional...

Dec 7

Teen Business: When Risky Behavior is Normal — Navigating Parenting Through Erikson and Piaget’s Lenses

Adolescence is a turbulent time, full of emotional highs and lows, self-discovery, and yes, risky behaviors. As a parent, it can feel...

Dec 4

Breaking the Chains: Why Restraints on Autistic Individuals are Harmful and How We Can Do Better

Autism is a spectrum, and every individual experiences it uniquely. For some, communication is not verbal—it’s non-verbal, and it can be...

Dec 4

Unmasking Body Dysmorphia in Teens: How to Recognize the Signs and Provide Support

Body dysmorphia, or Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), is a mental health condition that affects how a person perceives their appearance...

Dec 2

Breaking Down Walls: How to Talk to Defensive, Bullied Teens and Help Them See Their Strength

Teenagers—especially those who’ve been bullied—can sometimes be the hardest to reach. With defenses built high and trust often in short...

Nov 30

Finding Who You Are: Helping Teens Navigate Identity vs. Role Confusion

Adolescence is a time of intense change—physically, emotionally, and socially. For many teens, the quest for personal identity can feel...

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