A Look Inside the Teenage Brain
In A Look Inside the Teenage Brain, learn why teens are wired to act impulsively, seek rewards, and struggle with self-regulation. This blog explores adolescent brain development, highlighting how the prefrontal cortex, amygdala, and limbic system affect decision-making, emotional regulation, and risky behavior. Gain insight into how to better support your teen’s growing brain with empathy and realistic expectations.
Welcoming Reality: You Can't Do It All
In Welcoming Reality: You Can’t Do It All, discover why the myth of work-life balance can lead to burnout, guilt, and unrealistic expectations for parents, especially moms. Learn how to shift from pressure to perform toward intentional living by prioritizing what matters most. Explore how embracing personal values, realistic goals, and the concept of flow can improve emotional well-being and support long-term fulfillment.
The Emotional Landscape: Understanding and Embracing Our Feelings
In The Emotional Landscape: Understanding and Embracing Our Feelings, learn how developing emotional awareness, emotional regulation, and healthy communication skills can improve mental health, strengthen relationships, and build self-worth. Explore how to navigate discomforting emotions and discover the power of emotional connection, empathy, and authenticity in everyday life.
Re-Discover You: Moving from Selflessness to Self-Reflection
Re-discover yourself beyond the demands of caregiving in Re-Discover You: Moving from Selflessness to Self-Reflection. Learn how self-reflection, boundary-setting, and embracing personal interests can lead to a more fulfilling and balanced life. Explore strategies to shift from self-sacrifice to self-awareness and prioritize your needs without guilt. Your well-being matters, and self-discovery is the first step.
Understanding Cutting Behavior in Teens: A Guide for Parents
Understanding cutting behavior in teens is crucial for parents navigating self-harm concerns. Learn the warning signs, why teens engage in cutting, and how to respond with support and intervention. Explore effective therapy approaches like DBT and CBT, and discover ways to keep communication open while ensuring your teen’s safety. Early intervention and professional guidance can help your teen develop healthier coping strategies.
What is Developmentally Normal?
Is your teen’s behavior developmentally normal? In What is Developmentally Normal?, learn how to recognize significant changes in mood, behavior, and performance, understand common risk and protective factors, and identify when to seek support. Explore expert insights on adolescent development, mental health concerns, and parenting strategies for early intervention and emotional well-being.