If you have a child in middle school or especially in high school, they are probably joining students from all around the country to respond to the school shooting in Florida. These kids are angry and as they connect across the country on social media…
[Read more...]
teen development
Did My Teen Really Mean That Hurtful Outburst?
February 15, 2018
It seems that from the moment you notice a change in your adolescent’s body odor, there is also a big change in their emotions. Their outbursts can be hurtful and personal. It is helpful to all parents to consider what is your child is feeling…
[Read more...]
It’s All About the Reward
December 14, 2017
It is not that difficult to motivate an adolescent, just push the dopamine button in their brain! When you think of dopamine, think of reward. The anticipation of a reward is even enough to raise dopamine levels in the brain and bring on a pleasurable…
[Read more...]
Why Are You So Upset?
August 31, 2017
Do you remember going to the grocery store before you had children and standing in line behind a mom with a screaming child? You may have thought to yourself, “My child will not act like that!” Brace yourself. If you have a child 10 years…
[Read more...]
No Choice = Stress & Fighting
August 17, 2017
Does it stress you out when you don’t get to have an opinion about your life? This is actually considered a major stressor for most adults. Even small things, like what your plans are going to be for the weekend, can produce stress if your…
[Read more...]
