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November 21, 2016

The Social Media Monster: The Internet and Self-esteem in Teens

Lets look at the Internet and how it affects self-esteem in teens!  It’s natural to fear the unknown. Unfortunately, many of the fears about the internet and social media are turning out to be true. Experts believe that in the modern age, children are growing up with more anxiety and lower self-esteem than ever before, […]


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Published on November 21, 2016 04:40

November 14, 2016

Mending a Strained Relationship with Your Daughter

How to mend a strained relationship with your daughter. Maybe a Mother/Daughter Retreat is right for you!  Being moody and distant is a common teenage issue, but that doesn’t mean you should shrug it off and accept a dissolving relationship between you and your daughter. It might take a little work, but if you make an […]


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Published on November 14, 2016 04:01

November 7, 2016

Building Self-esteem in Teens: Three Helpful Tips

Here are three helpful tips to build self-esteem in teens: Low self-esteem has become such a common teenage issue that it’s now rare to see a teenager who truly feels confident. It’s natural to feel confused, troubled and low during the teen years. However, that doesn’t mean that strong self-esteem shouldn’t be a goal. 1. […]


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Published on November 07, 2016 04:39

October 31, 2016

Teenage Issues: Tips for Dealing with Jealousy

Jealousy isn’t a teen issues only. Many adults feel jealous as well. Jealousy is common in teenage social circles. Not only do teens fight over shared romantic interests, but they also cut each other down and often cruelly reject those they feel threatened by. Immaturity makes these teenage issues quite common, but parents can do […]


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Published on October 31, 2016 07:35

October 24, 2016

Limiting the Internet: Protecting Teens in a Wild Frontier

  Limiting Internet to Teens: Protecting Teens in a Wild Frontier A few generations ago, the world of the average teen was relatively small. Kids rode bicycles around the neighborhood, visited each other at home, got together at the local diner or went to the movies together. Parents worried of course, just like they always […]


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Published on October 24, 2016 05:53

October 17, 2016

Three Common Teenage Issues in Relationships and How a Parent Can Help

Here are three common teenage issues in relationships and how as parents, we can help. Facing teenage issues in relationships is hard, especially as a parent who is watching from the sidelines. You can’t protect your child from pain, but you can utilize the wisdom you’ve earned over your own lifetime to offer advice. 1. […]


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Published on October 17, 2016 05:50

October 10, 2016

Three Unexpected Tips for Boosting Self-esteem and Giving Your Teen an Edge

Three Unexpected Tips for Boosting Self-esteem and Giving Your Teen an Edge Mother-daughter retreats are popular these days. Many anxious moms are seeking out new ways to connect with their teens in a world where disconnecting is all too easy. If you’re a mom who feels distant from your daughter, you might be worried that […]


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Published on October 10, 2016 05:47

October 3, 2016

Transgender Youth and the Risks

Supporting Transgender Teens Being transgender can be very confusing, and parents who love a transgender teen are often just as confused about how to provide support. Transgender Teens: A Greater Risk According to a recent Harvard study, transgender teens are at a greater risk for depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts and self-harm than their cisgender peers. […]


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Published on October 03, 2016 05:19

September 26, 2016

The Choking Game: A Parent’s Worst Nightmare

The Choking Game is a parent’s worst nightmare! When Brad Burgess found his 13-year-old son Memphis slumped in his closet, he thought the teen was playing a prank. After shaking his shoulders, he noticed that the boy wasn’t breathing. That was when he saw the rope on the ground. An Unexpected Horror: Choking for a […]


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Published on September 26, 2016 05:15

September 19, 2016

Boosting Self Esteem in Teens Through Volunteering

Does volunteering help your teen develop self esteem?  Volunteer Ideas for Teens Along with being good for the local community, volunteer work also does wonders for a teen’s self-esteem. You want your teen to try volunteer work, but it isn’t the best idea to force it. The goal should be to inspire a deep passion […]


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Published on September 19, 2016 05:25

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