Almost without exception, parents tell me the same story: Meltdowns, yelling, and door-slamming the moment their teen is forced to quit their video game, log off TikTok, or otherwise disengage with their preferred form of “brain rot.” The explosive reactions happen again and again, even after conversations and apologies for past transgressions. This behavior may […]
When parenting feels like a constant battle, is there another way forward? In this episode, Marina G. shares her powerful shift from stress and control to calm and connection. Listen until the end and discover what happens when, through subtle but meaningful changes, a parent chooses curiosity over command. What To Expect In Our Conversation […]
Getting into college isn’t just about grades. It’s about finding the right fit emotionally, socially, and academically. In this episode, Dr. Pamela Ellis shares how families can approach the high school-to-college transition with more clarity, less stress, and renewed confidence. From building trust with your teen to letting go of outdated expectations, you’ll walk away […]
Parenting through transitions isn’t just about preparing your child for what’s next. It’s also about redefining your own role in the process. In this episode, Elaine and Melanie dive into the emotional shifts, mindset changes, and quiet growth moments that often go unseen. If you’ve ever wondered how to stay connected while letting go, or […]
Which parenting books for teens are best? Parenting books for teens cover various methods and philosophies when it comes to mindfulness, discipline and communication. These parenting books are written by fellow parents, educators and psychologists. “The Conscious Parent” by Shefali Tsabary, Ph.D. is a first-class parenting book for teens. It focuses on a collaborative partnership […]
Motor skills can be a struggle for people with autism. This also includes the ability to balance. A new study found that video games with a balance board can help with this problem, and the benefits may extend beyond motor skills. Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison had teenagers with autism play Nintendo Wii games […]
Ttry to learn AP physics via zoom. Canceled standardized tests. The end of Ds and Fs. Masked proms without slow dancing. While Covid undeniably changed the world for everyone, one place that was really turned upside down was high school. What began as a short break from face-to-face classes has now had an impact on […]
PLAINVILLE, Kan. – In May, Taylor Ayers was looking for a job, but since he was only 13 at the time, no one would hire him. That was when a dog-watching opportunity sparked his big idea. “I realized the importance of having pet care in Plainville,” said Taylor. The young Kansas teenager decided to fix […]
PLAINVILLE, Kansas (KSNW) – In May 2021, Taylor Ayers, a teenager from Plainville, Kansas, was looking for a job. Since he was only 13 years old at the time, nobody would hire him. That was when a dog-watching opportunity sparked his big idea. “I realized the importance of having pet care in Plainville,” said Ayers. […]
The Verge recently wrote about the dangers of misinformation on one of TikTok’s most popular topics: sex education – or how the app would censor it as “Seggs Education.” The advent of 15-second videos on everything from sexual wellbeing to kinks has given teens a perspective on sex that is rare in traditional sex education […]
Teens with ADHD are often mistakenly labeled as unmotivated, lazy, or apathetic. But the truth is, most of my teenage clients are desperate to understand what it takes to be productive. You want to understand how to hold back procrastination, distractibility, and poor time management – and how to organize yourself with an ADHD brain. […]
A few years ago, my high school daughter came home and told about gummy bears rumors circulating in our local middle school. Until then, I didn’t realize that I needed to add edible cannabis to the list of topics to address with teenagers in my care. For teens, the widespread legalization of marijuana has lowered […]
