7 Things Teenagers Desperately Need Adults to Understand
7 ways to quiet your teen’s negative self-talk
How the Teen Brain Transforms Relationships
With a new brain comes a new world. Neuroscience finds that our brains never stop growing – that’s the essence of adolescence!
What are the characteristics of strong mental health?
Mental health is more than just the absence of mental illness. Positive mental health is a combination of feeling good and functioning well.
Young people’s mental health is finally getting the attention it needs
Although most mental-health disorders arise during adolescence, only one-third of investment in mental-health research is targeted towards young people.
When Teens Need Their Friends More Than Their Parents
For many parents, the truth is hard to admit: Adolescents begin to rely less and less upon adults in their lives and more heavily on their peers. Starting to let go is difficult. But teens’ reliance on buddies is good for their development and sense of belonging.
Why Emotional Resilience Is a Trait You Can Develop
Emotionally resilient people handle stress and crises more effectively and calmly. Fortunately, emotional resilience is a trait that can be developed.
