Teen
Just because they’re independent doesn’t mean they don’t need you. From middle school to college prep, here’s what you need to know to raise a teen.
Are energy drinks safe for kids?
Although amounts vary, most energy drinks contain 100 to 300 mg of caffeine per serving. Coffee has 95 mg.
Spotting the signs of eating disorders in kids and teens
More children and teens than ever are struggling with eating disorders and disordered eating. An expert shares what to know.
The Surgeon General’s social media advisory is a wake-up call for parents
“Our children have become unknowing participants in a decades-long experiment,” US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy wrote.
APA releases new guidelines on teen social media use: What parents need to know
The 10 recommendations are meant to offer some clarity at a time when many teens across the country are in crisis.
How to talk to kids about fentanyl—from parents who have experienced its devastation
After losing their son Charlie, Mary and Ed Ternan made it their mission to inform young people and their families about the dangers of fentanyl and, increasingly, other chemicals in the drug supply.
Talking to teens about suicide and self-harm can save lives
But there are insidious myths that often prevent parents from having these conversations.
To my tween: I miss who you were, but love who you’re becoming
“When you were young, we shared everything—kisses, hugs, my favorite comfy living-room lazy-boy, even my bed on most nights when you were scared of the dark and needed Mommy. That was then.”
Florida bill would ban girls from talking about their periods in school
Many girls get their first periods before sixth grade.
My daughter is 10—the average age children receive a smartphone
The Wait Until 8th founder shares her reasons for starting the pledge to delay smartphones until at least 13.
Kids should be getting the HPV vaccine at age 9, experts say
“We don’t have any other vaccine that prevents cancer.”
TikTok says they’re implementing a new time limit for users under 18
If you have a TikTok-obsessed kid, here’s some good news: the famous…
The youth mental health crisis is improving—slightly, CDC says
Here are 6 ways parents can help.
A Florida mom is fighting against the menstrual cycle reporting mandate for teen athletes
Many parents are outraged that this information wouldn't be kept confidential.
Struggling to communicate with your teen? You might be making this classic mistake
Good intentions, even those around communication, only go so far with teens.
How to talk to your teen about substance use
The short answer is: early, often, accurately and with kindness.
Should I let my kid play football? Doctors and parents weigh in
Damar Hamlin’s collapse sparked discussions surrounding the safety of contact sports and our children.
Birth control linked to higher rates of depression in teens with ADHD
Young women with ADHD who took the pill were 6 times more likely to develop depression than those without ADHD who also took birth control.
To the mama uncertain about navigating the teenage years with her daughter
We’re sailing in uncharted waters, and much of the time, these hormone-ridden waters feel anything but serene.
How to let your teenager make mistakes
The key is to make the shift from your instinctive desire to protect or rescue your teenager, to the long term goal of their personal development.
6 ways to teach your teenager the value of finances
Providing your teen with these learning opportunities plants the seed for their financial awareness to grow.