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Guest Article – Step Into Confidence: Effective Ways to Conquer Imposter Syndrome

March 15, 2024  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of children,For parents of teenagers,For teens   |   Comments Off on Guest Article – Step Into Confidence: Effective Ways to Conquer Imposter Syndrome

by Melissa Howard ⎸melissa@stopsuicide.info Image via Freepik You’ve reached impressive milestones, yet a nagging voice whispers doubts, undermining your achievements. This common psychological phenomenon, imposter syndrome, convinces you that you’re a fraud, fearing that you’ll be exposed one day. The truth is that many, from novices to experts, share this experience. This guide from Dr. Jamie Rishikof arms you […]

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Transform a Midlife Crisis into a Springboard for Growth Using These Strategies

February 27, 2024  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of children,For parents of teenagers   |   Comments Off on Transform a Midlife Crisis into a Springboard for Growth Using These Strategies

A guest post by  Melissa Howard ⎸melissa@stopsuicide.info Photo via Pexels The midlife journey, particularly for parents, presents a distinctive mix of challenges and possibilities. This phase is crucial for reevaluating life’s priorities, reigniting lost passions, and adjusting personal goals. Additionally, when parents are their best selves, their children also reap the benefits. The following guide, presented by Dr. […]

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Guest article – How Parental Anxiety Shapes Children’s Emotional

January 31, 2024  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of children,For parents of teenagers   |   Comments Off on Guest article – How Parental Anxiety Shapes Children’s Emotional

by Melissa Howard ⎸melissa@stopsuicide.info In the whirlwind of modern life, your anxiety can inadvertently affect your children’s emotional health, adding complexity to your parenting role. Understanding the interplay between your anxiety and your child’s mental well-being is vital in nurturing a positive family dynamic. It’s crucial to identify and address these signs of anxiety to […]

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Screen time for toddlers

January 09, 2024  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of children   |   Comments Off on Screen time for toddlers

Research supports that exposure to screen time before age 2 can have long term consequences: https://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Wellness/screen-time-kids-2-linked-sensory-differences-toddlerhood/story?id=106174071

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Teens and social media

December 14, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of teenagers,For teens   |   Comments Off on Teens and social media

A look at the research to date on the impact of social media on teens, what is known, the concerns, and what remains poorly understood. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/social-media-harming-teens-dive-190040695.html https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/27396/social-media-and-adolescent-health

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Movies about teen years

December 13, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of teenagers,For teens   |   Comments Off on Movies about teen years

A solid list of recommendations : https://movieweb.com/movies-about-what-its-like-to-be-a-teenager/#lady-bird-2017

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Mind4Youth

December 02, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of children,For parents of teenagers,For teens   |   Comments Off on Mind4Youth

Mind4Youth is an international youth-led organization empowering and spreading awareness for mental health in teens:

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The age of maturity

November 28, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of teenagers   |   Comments Off on The age of maturity

A common conception about brain development has overstated the absolute stopping point of brain maturation https://slate.com/technology/2022/11/brain-development-25-year-old-mature-myth.html?fbclid=IwAR20pOf4rx8A0-v_sYKdKt0-ObikV-IV68jw03w06XfFIVBL0N3kvip43xU_aem_AXbZILJ_gz1VCtt9F9wgyCitPszFP5vF-0w8iGQkfvukJ3q5X07oFUEkEnKLvqYrksE#lpfi0n7gns0largu6f

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Mental well being

November 28, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of children,For parents of teenagers,For teens   |   Comments Off on Mental well being

a recent  study found the more varied locations people visit, the better they feel about their emotional and psychological wellbeing – even if they are suffering mental health symptoms like anxiety or depression https://www.sciencealert.com/theres-one-simple-aspect-of-everyday-life-linked-to-better-wellbeing-study-finds

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Gratitude

November 28, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   Uncategorized   |   Comments Off on Gratitude
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The people in our lives,…

October 28, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   Uncategorized   |   Comments Off on The people in our lives,…
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Facing your inner judge

October 21, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   Uncategorized   |   Comments Off on Facing your inner judge

A very helpful article:

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Common misconceptions about parenting

September 22, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of children,For parents of teenagers   |   Comments Off on Common misconceptions about parenting

This article debunks some common myths: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2023/sep/22/never-shout-at-your-children-and-other-parenting-myths-debunked

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Self-help for teens and tweens

September 22, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of children,For parents of teenagers,For teens   |   Comments Off on Self-help for teens and tweens

A new book aims to help teens and tweens: https://www.ketv.com/article/author-discusses-activity-self-help-book-for-tweens-and-teenagers/45263752#

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When kids curse

September 22, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of children,For parents of teenagers   |   Comments Off on When kids curse

Some thoughts and tips on how to respond when your kids curse https://www.sciencealert.com/so-your-kid-just-dropped-an-f-bomb-heres-how-experts-think-you-should-react

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Stress reductions

September 19, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of children,For parents of teenagers,For teens   |   Comments Off on Stress reductions

A simple, accessible, and effective means of reducing and coping with stress: https://www.sciencealert.com/this-simple-activity-lowers-stress-without-exercise-or-meditation

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Identifying depression in teens

August 29, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   For parents of teenagers,For teens   |   Comments Off on Identifying depression in teens

A helpful link to guide parents trying to determine if their teen is showing signs of depression: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anxiety-attack/202308/parenting-tips-for-teenage-depression

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Insomnia and sleep problems

July 10, 2023  |   Posted by :   |   Uncategorized   |   Comments Off on Insomnia and sleep problems

This article offers some tips for dealing with insomnia and difficulty sleeping: https://www.sciencealert.com/how-to-silence-your-thoughts-and-drift-off-to-sleep-an-expert-explains

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