Teens and Tweens: Use These Tips to Navigate Social Media in a Safe and Healthy Way
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Gen Z Mental Health: The Impact of Tech and Social Media
A McKinsey Health Institute (MHI) survey finds that Gen Z’s social media engagement can feel negative but can also help with finding mental health support and connectivity. Read more ›
The Truth About Teens, Social Media and the Mental Health Crisis
Back in 2017, psychologist Jean Twenge set off a firestorm in the field of psychology. Twenge warned of a mental health crisis on the horizon. Rates of depression, anxiety and loneliness were rising. And she had a hypothesis for the cause: smartphones and all the social media that comes along with them. Read more ›
Decoding Boys: New Science Behind the Subtle Art of Raising Sons
As pediatrician and mother of two teenagers Cara Natterson explains, puberty starts in boys long before any visible signs appear, and that causes confusion about their changing temperaments for boys and parents alike. Often, they also grow quieter as they grow taller, which leads to less parent-child communication. Read more ›
How Does ADHD Medication Work? Your First Questions Answered.
How does ADHD medication work, anyway? Here are straightforward answers. Read more ›
Tip Sheet on Social Media Use and Mental Health [downloadable]
This resource discusses the benefits of social media and provides tips on how to use social media in to support your mental health. Read more ›
U.S. Surgeon General Warns Social Media Could Harm Youth Mental Health [downloadable]
An Advisory from U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy calls attention to the growing concerns about the effects of social media on youth mental health, concluding that while social media offers some benefits, there are “ample indicators that social media could also harm children’s well-being.” Read more ›
Mindfulness, Meditation and Self-Compassion – A Clinical Psychologist Explains How These Science-Backed Practices Can Improve Mental Health
Mindfulness and self-compassion are now buzzwords for self-improvement. But in fact, a growing body of research shows these practices can lead to real mental health benefits. This research – ongoing, voluminous and worldwide – clearly shows how and why these two practices work. Read more ›
What to Do If Your Teen Refuses to Go to Counseling
Some teens are happy to go to therapy. They enjoy talking to an objective adult who can assist with some of their problems. But not all teens are on board with therapy, and convincing a reluctant teen to go to counseling can feel like an uphill battle. Read more ›
Strategies for When Your Child Doesn’t Want to Go to Therapy
People of all ages may benefit from seeing a mental health professional. However, children may feel afraid to talk with someone they don’t know. They may also be wary of something they don’t fully understand. You may ask yourself: How do I get my child to see a psychologist? Read more ›
