It’s 21 years after 9/11 and instead of working together to solve problems, we are attacking each other. It would appear we forgot 9/11
Brightly colored fentanyl pills are on the market and are killing teenagers. They may look safe but they are very deadly
In 2022 we are on track to have more mass shootings than any other year and also more kids with anxiety & depression than ever before
Hate crimes have increased significantly this year and continue to. This article looks at how parents can help kids live in a world of hare
Hate crimes have significantly increased and continue to increase. This article looks at what teenagers can do living in this environment
This article looks at the issues teenagers have to face attending high school in 2022. Issues no one else ever had to face
This article discusses how family members can argue without insulting or being mean to each other. It looks at fights in a healthy way
This article looks at head trauma associated with high school sports and the long term effects on teenagers that parents need to know
Some students need assistance with school. An IEP and 504 plan are options. This article explains the difference so parents know what to do
This article discusses what middle school students face today in Middle School. It is very different from what parents remember about it
Summer is ending and teenagers are use to staying up late & sleeping in. We look at how to help teens resume a healthy sleep pattern
Today’s teens face the pressure to get all As plus dealing with the pandemic & mass shootings which are worse. Today’s teens face anxiety
Many teenagers will break their parents trust. This article looks at how to use it as a teaching moment about life and relationships
This article looks at body image issues and eating disorders that today’s teens, including boys, face on a daily basis
Boys are still trying to fit into the old stereotype about being a man. This article looks at how difficult this is for boys
The summer is a time when teenagers want to hangout with friends. One way is driving. This article looks at the issues parents need to face
Cutting occurs in boys too. We discuss why boys cut and what parents need to watch for so they can help their son if he is cutting
LGBTQ teenagers have been discriminated against for years. All they are seeking is to be loved for themselves especially by their families
Many people assume mothers are very important to the development of children. However, Dads are just as important to their development
The Senators want to pass a bill to protect themselves from shootings, but they refuse to protect children from masa shootings
Father’s Day is usually thought of as a happy day, however if a father or child has died or disappeared it can be a difficult day
Over Memorial Day weekend we have had numerous Maas shootings. This article discusses how to help children & parents cope with these events
There are new online trolls who are manipulating teenage boys to pay the hundreds of dollars. This article discusses the issue
The GOP wants to blame mental health for mass shootings. Research shows hate is the real cause and the GOP refuses to upset the NRA
How many kids have to die before we address gun violence and pass sane gun laws?
Many people assume that IEP s only apply to elementary schools. An IEP also works at college too, but you have to give it to your college
This article discusses the issues associated with giving a 5th or 8th grader a Smartphone as a gift
Graduation and summer is a time for many teenagers to celebrate. However, car accidents, drinking, swimming pose risks that can change lives
The States forbidding teachers from even mentioning anything related to homosexuality will create kids who feel isolated, ashamed
Every weekend there are mass shootings but we fail to act. Kids are becoming traumatized yet we still ignore the issue.
Due to Covid and Maas shootings along with other issues teens are experiencing anxiety at epidemic rates. Here are some ideas for parents
Many teenagers are afraid to be their real selves because they are afraid of how parents and others will judge them which creates problems
Many people assume that if a child is classified as gifted, they will not have issues with school. However, they can have learning issues
Mother’s Day is around the corner and for many people mom is not the person who gave birth to you. This article discusses this issue
Autism is a syndrome many people are afraid of and there are a lot of myths about. Here are the facts about Autism
Divorce is not uncommon but many parents fail to let go of it. Your divorce issues don’t belong at your child’s graduation. Leave it at home
High school graduation is a happy time to celebrate but it also is an ending for teenagers. They have to say goodbye to High School
California has imposed new laws regarding condoms. Laws most people would not think about therefore we need to educate teenagers.
Teenagers and children have had their sleep patterns altered due to the pandemic. We look at how to help them get a healthy amount of sleep
Will Smith’s angry outburst at the Academy Awards teaches us a great deal about mental health in the United States