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Why Isn’t My Teen Taking Responsibility?

If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Why isn’t my teen taking responsibility?”—especially while watching them ignore homework, dodge
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Why Teens Push Back: and How to Get Them to Listen

Ever tried to get your teenager to do something simple—like unpack the dishwasher, turn down the music, or
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Good Kids. Weak Moments. Parenting in the Digital World.

Netflix’s Adolescence is a confronting look at teen life in the digital age. This article unpacks what it gets right—and how parents can respond to the risks of social media with clarity, boundaries, and connection. A real-world guide for raising teens in an algorithm-driven world.
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Should You Keep Your Teenager Off Social Media?

You knew this day was coming. Your teen has that look—the one that says, I’m about to make
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7 Tips For Helping Teens Start High School

The transition to high school is one of the biggest milestones in a teenager’s life—and let’s be honest,
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How To Build Confidence in Teenagers

Teenagers and confidence—two words that sometimes feel like they’re from entirely different planets. One moment, your teen is
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Helping Teenagers Manage Stress

Dealing with a stressed Teenager? Here's a simple guide help you understand when your teen is stressed and how to help them.
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Parenting Tweens: The Ultimate Guide

Welcome to the tween years, or as I like to refer to it “Peak Awkward!” Those precious years
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