Posts by Adam Shorts
The Teen Phone Obsession Epidemic: What Parents Should Know
It isn’t uncommon for parents of teens to hear the saying that raising kids is one of the most challenging jobs they’ll ever have. The reason for this is because we never know for sure what they’re thinking, what they’ll do next, or how they’ll react to certain situations. Their behavior is both an anomaly,…
Read MoreCoping with Grief and Loss as a Teenager
The loss of a loved one is one of life’s most challenging experiences, and when you’re a teenager, it can feel especially overwhelming. Whether it’s the death of a loved one, friend, or even a pet, grief doesn’t discriminate based on age. As a teen, you may find yourself struggling with a range of intense…
Read MoreThe Crucial Link Between Sleep and Mental Health: Tips for Better Sleep Hygiene
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, sleep often takes a backseat to work, social commitments, and endless scrolling through screens. Yet, the importance of sleep and mental health cannot be overstated. It’s not just about feeling refreshed in the morning; it’s about nurturing your mind and emotional well-being. Let’s delve into the critical…
Read MoreThe Most Common Eating Disorders Among Teenagers
Eating disorders and the challenges brought by potentially harmful eating patterns affect the physical and emotional health of people of all ages. Depending on the illness, some eating disorder behaviors present as young as age five and can lead to life-long complications. While there is no cure for eating disorders, their symptoms and the resulting…
Read MoreHow to Help a Teenager Who Doesn’t Want Help
Teen depression is a serious mental health condition. Depression in teens leads to persistent feelings of sadness, emptiness, and a loss of interest in hobbies, activities, and social events. Teen depression will affect how your teen feels, thinks, and behaves in time, leading to considerable physical and emotional distress. Depression can occur at any age,…
Read MoreHow to Effectively Communicate with Your Teen
Parenting teens can be unpredictable. One day they’re open and sharing, the next they’re silent. One of the most crucial elements of this phase and parenting is communication. Teens are interested in many things, making it hard to connect deeply with them due to constant changes and distractions. We understand the challenges you face with…
Read MoreTeen Guide: 6 Tips for Reducing Stress
From academic demands to social pressures, the modern teen’s life can often feel like a never-ending race to catch up. Stress, while a natural response, needs to be managed effectively to prevent it from taking over and affecting one’s mental and physical health. Stress can manifest in various ways such as losing interest in hobbies,…
Read MoreParenting a Child with Conduct Disorder
Your child has just been diagnosed with conduct disorder, and your worst fears as a parent has been confirmed: You may be raising a teenage sociopath. It’s terrifying to think that your child can potentially grow up to be a psychopath, but don’t lose hope. There are treatment options available, and there are steps you…
Read More8 Alternatives to Self-Harming
Self-harm is a difficult and complex issue to navigate, especially for teens struggling with mental health. People often self-harm as a coping mechanism, as it can provide temporary relief from intense emotions such as anger, sadness, distress, or numbness. It can help those feel more in control when they are overwhelmed or can be a…
Read MoreHow to Help a Teenager with Schizophrenia
Finding out your teenager has been diagnosed with schizophrenia can be scary. Fear. Guilt. Frustration. Confusion. You may be feeling an array of emotions, but one sticks out the most. Helplessness. When dealing with a complex, life-long disorder, it’s easy to feel helpless as a parent. But, living a healthy and meaningful life with schizophrenia…
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