Self-Harm in Teens: Why It Happens and How Parents Can Respond
If your teen is or might be self-harming, it’s not your fault. Parents who have not been through the same often have questions: Why would my teen do this? Does it mean they’re suicidal? How do I help right now? There are productive ways to respond, such as staying calm and avoiding yelling, threats, or […]
Teenage Anger Issues: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and How Parents Can Help
Most can agree that the teenage years aren’t easy. Not for the child, not for the parent. However, when parents feel like their teen is constantly angry, explosive, disrespectful, or impossible to get through to, seeking professional support matters. Anger is often the visible symptom. Not the whole problem. Many parents feel powerless under these […]