A Back-to-School Teen Mental Health Checklist
As we head into fall, the teen mental health crisis shows no signs of abating. The latest CDC research shows…
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Summer Slide: How to Avoid Teen Learning Loss and Mental Health Risks in Summer
Most teenagers count the days until summer break. After months of studying, homework, and tests, they can’t wait for some…
How Does Social Media Affect Teens?
How does social media affect teenagers? Like any form of technology, social media has both an upside and a downside.…
100 Words of Encouragement for Any Situation
Newport Healthcare Resources, Verywell Mind, Jan 26, 2024 A little bit of positivity goes a long way By Sanjana Gupta…
Stop telling your kids to be grateful. Show them how instead
Research shows reminding kids to say ‘thank you’ doesn’t work as well as taking time to help them cultivate gratitude…
How to help grieving loved ones during the holidays
Experts advise loved ones to share fond memories and offer help for specific tasks to support grieving family and friends…
Performance Anxiety
Laurie Shawger, MS, LPC-IT, NCC, Certified Grief Counselor This article is authored by CPA therapist Laurie Shawger who specializes in helping clients…
8 Evidence-Based Tips to Help Teenagers Get Back in the School Routine
The start of the school year means changes in the whole family’s routine. Some teens welcome the return to the…
Coping with stress at work
Working hard should not be confused with overworking at the expense of relationships and physical health. from: American Psychological Association…
Distress vs. Stress: What’s the Difference?
When we talk about stress, we’re usually referring to something challenging and uncomfortable. But stress doesn’t have to be a…
The Ultimate Guide for Parenting Teens
15 Tips for Raising Teens Today Parenting teens can be challenging. But it can also be a joy. The key…
How to help kids understand and manage their emotions
Parents, teachers, and other caregivers have an important role in teaching children self-regulation Babies cry, toddlers have tantrums. At some…
6 mental health tips psychologists use
Research shows the importance of having a routine, exercising, and meditation We all know that self-care is important. When we…
What happens in your brain when you give a gift?
Gift-giving activates regions of the brain associated with pleasure, social connection, and trust, creating a “warm glow” effect The holiday…
Why Do I Feel Depressed at Night?
-from the Newport Academy Do you wish you knew how to stop feeling sad at night? If so, you’re not…
Identifying Signs and Symptoms of Parental Burnout
Let’s face it: Parenting is hard. Even in the best of circumstances—when co-parents work well together, support is available, and…
Healthy Ways to Handle Life’s stressors
When stress becomes unmanageable, try these evidence-based tools to tackle it in healthy ways. Stressful experiences are a normal part…
Real Love and Social Media
GoodTherapy.com Are you spending more time on your mobile device than the time you spend actually interacting with your partner…