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Parenting Teenagers During COVID-19

*These suggestions for parents are stated with the understanding that not all parents/families have the time, energy, or resources to implement new …

A Guide for Parents of Adolescents

First, a little background on brain development, so that parents of of adolescents might better understand what’s happening on a cognitive level: …

5 Books for Parents of Teens

These are five of my favorite books for parents of teens and adolescents. 1) Brainstorm, by Daniel Siegel:  This is one of …

How to Talk to Your Adolescent Son

Parents of adolescent boys will likely experience many parenting challenges during this life stage – chiefly among them, communication. This comes as …

5 Tips for Job-Seeking Teens

For many teens, summer is welcomed with open arms. No school means lots of free time, sleeping in, and more time with …

Why So Many Boys Hate School

*I was inspired to write this school-themed blog post after recently reading “Boys Adrift,” by Leonard Sax. I cite the book heavily …