If you’re the parent of a teenager, you’re probably aware of the central role of social media in their lives. The average teen accesses one…
For many teenagers, adolescence and first loves go hand in hand. These early romantic experiences are often fulfilling and contribute to teens’ well-being. However, far…
Family dynamics are a massive influence on the life of any teenager. When they’re functional, these dynamics can have significant, positive effects on your child’s…
Like adults and younger children, teenagers view the world through the lens of their habitual thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. The ways your child thinks, feels,…
Substance abuse problems are relatively common in teenagers diagnosed with mental health issues. When these two kinds of conditions appear together, they’re often called co-occurring…
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is one of the most widely used forms of modern psychotherapy. It relies on a unique dialogue process to promote healthier…
Traumatic experiences are a relatively common part of everyday life. More than half of all Americans will live through such an experience as children, teens,…
Traumatic events are relatively common among America’s children and teenagers. Events of this type heavily strain the human capacity to withstand excessive stress. As a…
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely used forms of modern psychotherapy. One of the main reasons for its popularity is its effectiveness…
Mental health issues are common among American teenagers. In fact, these issues affect millions of teens each year. One potential option for helping adolescents affected…