Most children and teens are not getting enought sleep. Pine Rest’s Dr. Gregory Mallis shares tips on helping your child or teen achieve healthier sleep.
When your child hits puberty, they may suddenly switch from talking a parent’s ear off to answering most questions with grunts or monosyllabic answers. This article provides tips on talking to and parenting kids ages 9-12.
It’s normal for teens to engage in their own private conversations using language designed to keep parents out of their world. Wise parents walk the line of allowing this while keeping a pulse on what is going on in these conversations. Jean Holthaus, LMSW, LISW helps parents know what to look out for and what to do if they suspect their teen is using drugs.