COVID Series: Family Mental Health
The COVID-19 pandemic has fundamentally changed the way we live our lives, and after more than two years, things are only now starting to return to normal. While it’s been stressful for everyone involved, children (and by extension, their families) are struggling to cope with exceptional mental health challenges. Let’s examine how the pandemic has […]
Talking To Your Teen About Grades
When children are little, it is easy to help them do better in school. You can hold their hand while they do homework, help them complete assignments, and are in almost constant communication with the teacher anyway. As they get older, though, parents have to become more hands-off and let their children do school with […]
When You Don’t Know How to Communicate with Your Teenager
Is parenting your teenager intimidating? Heartbreak, rebellion, hormones, and other issues can make the parent-child relationship difficult. However, communicating with your teenager during these times is crucial. Here are some ways you can make that process smoother. 1. Listen Effective listening means more than just understanding their words. Good communication involves listening with your heart, […]
When You Don’t Know How to Communicate with Your Teenager
Is parenting your teenager intimidating? Heartbreak, rebellion, hormones, and other issues can make the parent-child relationship difficult. However, communicating with your teenager during these times is crucial. Here are some ways you can make that process smoother. 1. Listen Effective listening means more than just understanding their words. Good communication involves listening to your heart to […]
