Be the Change: Identifying Sexual Abuse in Youth
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From the #metoo movement to the heart wrenching testimony of sexual abuse perpetrated by Larry Nassar – the news lately has been filled with one story after another of things ... Read more
Parent-Teen Communication: Best present for Mom or Dad…EVER
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It’s the holiday season again (wasn’t it just yesterday?) And for parents of teens, presents made of macaroni or popsicle sticks may be a thing of the past. However, there’s ... Read more
Teen Depression and the Holidays. The Struggle is Real.
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Teen depression grew by 37 percent over the last decade. “Self-Harm Increasing Among Adolescent Girls.” – HealthDay News “Smartphones May Increase Risk of Depression Among Teens.” – TIME Magazine “Teen ... Read more
Netflix’s Hit Show 13 Reasons Why – How Do I Respond?
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Addressing teen suicide: critical next steps for adolescent health professionals and parents of teens. If it seems like everyone is talking about the hit Netflix show, 13 Reasons Why, it’s because ... Read more
The impact of a positive adult influence on our youth
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For teens, having a positive adult influence is mission critical to their overall health and well-being. Whether it’s a teacher, parent, health care provider, coach, mentor or other family member, ... Read more
Having Real Talks with Teens: A Roadmap to Better Communication
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This post originally appeared on ETR: http://www.etr.org/blog/my-take-teen-talk/. Whether you’re a parent or an individual who works with youth, you are placed in an influential role to help keep teens safe and ... Read more
Teen Speak launching this September
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Teen Speak: A how-to guide for real talks with teens about sex, drugs and other risky behaviors. Take yourself back to your teen years. Many memories—and probably regrets—come to mind. ... Read more