June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate and honor the LGBTQ+ community. One of the most impactful ways to foster inclusivity and understanding in our children is through literature. Representation in books matters immensely; it helps children see themselves and others in the stories they read, fostering empathy and acceptance. Exposing kids to LGBTQ+ topics early in life can build a foundation of inclusivity and support their mental health and wellness.

How can you teach your teen to recognize and express their feelings in healthy and appropriate ways? Read on for more information about helping teens cultivate emotional intelligence…

The ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult for everyone, including adolescents and their parents. Many kids and teens have been isolated to some degree from friends, classmates, teachers, and family. Read on for ideas for helping teens socialize during the pandemic.

Even though sex seems to be everywhere in our culture, talking about consent and sex can still be challenging for most parents. Read on for age-appropriate ways to talk about consent with your kids.

Self-injury or self-harm is often a response to psychological pain or intense emotional distress. For some teens, hurting themselves on purpose can feel calming. Read on for more information about teens and self-harm.

During the teenage years, adolescents’ bodies and brains are experiencing significant development and changes. This can affect many areas of a teen’s life, including sleep patterns. Read on for more info on teens and sleep and how to help them get enough.

This week we continue our discussion on how to support teens struggling with anxiety. Below are some tools parents can use to help their teens grow into healthy and well-adjusted young adults.

You may struggle with what to say or how to best support your anxious teen. If your teen is willing to engage in a conversation, prepare to listen. Here is a list of helpful phrases you can use to show your support

As a parent of a teenager, it can be hard to tell at times what is considered “normal” versus when your teen needs the extra support of a specialist. Mental illness during adolescence is actually much more prevalent than most parents think.