As many students prepare to finish the school year, it is an important time for parents to reflect on their role in their children’s academic success. This week’s Parenthetical article shares a bit of teacher insight …
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How Much Is TOO Much? Overindulging Your Teen
Black Friday shopping and Cyber Monday browsing may have many parents scrambling for Holiday gift ideas. While giving your teen gifts during this time of year can be a way to connect and show you …
Getting Teens Ready to Go Back to School
Getting back to school calmly and smoothly can play a big part in setting the stage for a successful school year. This week’s Parenthetical post discusses ways to prepare your teen for getting back into …
Balancing freedom and boundaries without going out of your mind
While most parents in their right mind probably aren’t comfortable letting their 10 year old go out on a date, having their 13 year old take the car out for a spin or allowing their …
Table Talk with Teens and Preteens
Spending quality time with your teen can be difficult due to teens’ busy schedules. Meal times, however, can be a perfect time to connect with your teen. Today’s post is full of tips for holding …
Teens, Beans and Tofu
The news is constantly filled with tips for healthy eating as many Americans set goals to “eat healthy” throughout the year. Your teen is listening and may be changing his or her eating habits. Vegetarian eating …
SEX: The Topic Nobody Wants to Talk About (But Everybody Should)
For many parents, having “the talk” can be a confusing and uncomfortable situation. But having open and honest conversations with your teen about sex and sexuality can also have a very large influence. This week’s …
4 Benefits of Video Games
As the weather gets colder, parents may notice their teens spending more and more time playing video games during these winter months. Although most of what we hear about the virtual world is negative, there …
Getting Teens Ready to Go Back to School
Getting back to school calmly and smoothly can play a big part in setting the stage for a successful school year. This week we are reposting a Parenthetical post from August 2013 that discusses ways …
Judgment Call: Maturity, Emotions and the Teenage Brain
What color is the dress? This question has been asked countless times in the last few weeks. From Internet feeds to office water coolers, people have been buzzing over the color composition of a simple …