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Parenting a young adult in your home isn’t an easy job. You’ve guided them through life since birth, and now, as they’ve reached adulthood, your expectations have shifted. You hope for them to launch into independence, but the journey might not be going as planned. If your young adult is not working or attending school,…
Young adulthood can be a challenging journey, filled with twists, turns, and unexpected detours. For many young adults today, navigating the path into adulthood has become more complex than ever. In the wake of a global pandemic, many found themselves confined to their homes or dorm rooms for an extended period, disconnected from the world…
Do you feel overwhelmed and frustrated by the long crying or yelling of your child? Does it feel as if their meltdowns will never end? Do you feel as though you are failing to help them cope? Children often struggle to learn how to manage their big feelings. Just like adults want a sense of…
Vaping is creating a major problem for teens and families. It feels like this year there have been more teens stating that they are vaping and how “cool” it is. It doesn’t matter if your teenager is a star athlete, a brainiac, or just a teen being a teen, every teenager is susceptible to vaping….
As counselors we often hear the following statements when it comes to teenage depression: My son doesn’t want to go to school anymore. I feel like I am losing my daughter. My daughter is sleeping all the time. I can’t even get my son to do small things like shower and take care of himself….
Have you ever felt like you don’t want to go home? You are so tired of the uncomfortable feeling there, that you’d prefer to work more just to avoid the stress of home? If this is you, you aren’t alone. I have had teens in my office ask, “Can’t I just stay here longer?” They…
This generation of teens has to deal with most of the same stressors as previous generations, but their challenges have also been compounded in a different way. It’s never been harder to connect with peers, even though they are now right at our fingertips. This generation has an overwhelming amount of pressure to succeed and…
The SAT and ACT are right around the corner and you may be feeling a little nervous about the big day. You may be consumed with wondering what it will be like and how you will do. You might also be feeling pressure from family members, coaches or prospective colleges to get a certain score…
Maybe you have seen ads online for various organizations that are advertising for volunteer assistance. Maybe it has crossed your mind to want to volunteer, but you don’t know where to start or if you have the time. There is a strong argument for making the time, though; research has suggested that people who volunteer…
We’ve all been there, whether it was the loss of a pet, a grandparent, or even a close friend. Losing a loved one is never easy, and often leaves one brokenhearted and down in the dumps. Grief happens in different stages for everyone. No one person will experience grief in the same way as another….
I grew up in a household that was generous when it came to holidays and birthday occasions. My grandparents were always quick to remember the milestones. They let me know they were thinking of me during the holidays. Something my parents always instilled in me was to write thank you notes no matter how big…
Have you ever been in a situation in school where you feel like you’re asking everyone around you about their test score? Do you find yourself feeling more at ease or prideful when you find that you did better than someone else? You may be joining in a competition of who’s getting the better grades….
With the recent Valentine’s Day holiday, it is important to bring up what in fact makes a relationship healthy versus unhealthy. Many teens and young adults do not think about the expectations they have for relationships when they begin to feel attraction to peers. It is important to educate teens about understanding what they want…
Valentine’s Day is a holiday that is set up for couples to show their love to one another. At least, that’s the message that teens are given. When you are in elementary school Valentine’s Day you were expected to give everyone a card and bring some type of snack or gift for the class. Yet,…
Teens are the ever-growing population that many parents and teachers struggle with knowing how to help. Teens are suffering more and more from anxiety and depressive disorders than ever before. Teens frequently are uncertain how to manage and experience emotions, and deal with everyday life stressors. Resiliency is a must, and there are steps than…
The pressure to bring home good grades can lead to constant tension and frustration in the home for both the parent & the teen. We know that poor grades can lead to low self-esteem in students, and, as a parent, it’s easy to get caught up worrying about your teen’s future when they aren’t performing…
By nature we are all storytellers; we all have memories that we love sharing. We share the moments that helped define who we are in an attempt to help connect with others. Yet, teens often disregard or don’t fully absorb these conversations, especially if they have heard the story several times. In fact, we all…
“They said it would get easier. They said it would be fun.” I don’t know who “they” are, but parenting teens in this generation isn’t close to being easy. The reality is that teens can be draining. As they look for independence they begin to act like they know everything, talk back more, and always…
Sometimes we believe that by pushing it will lead to someone being motivated. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. My husband and I have been working on renovating our home slowly but surely. We decided that we could get this gigantic corner cabinet up the two flights of stairs and down through a narrow hallway….
