In this week’s Parenthetical post we feature a short video and article by Sue Shellenbarger, the Work and Family columnist at the Wall Street Journal. Drawing on recent research and brain imaging studies of teens, …
Month: January 2017
Acing Afterschool: Making extracurricular activities work for your teen
The idea that extracurricular activities can be good for your teen is probably old news to most parents. The benefits youth derive from participating in afterschool activities have been well established. They include learned responsibility, …
Recognizing Learning Disabilities in Teens
Admitting a learning challenge can be difficult for anyone, but for teens, who are already struggling with issues of identity and self-worth, asking for help can be even harder. As parents, there are steps we …
Smart Decorating: Exploring Teen Room Decorating Options
Your teen will likely spend lots of time in their room. Last week we talked about the importance of working with your teen to create smart bedroom spaces that are functional but that also speak …
Teen Room Decor to Help Your Teenager Be More Organized
Ringing in 2017 might make it hard to relax when your home is in disarray. When you have teenagers, their bedrooms can be a nagging irritant. Sometimes it feels easier to just do the chores for …