In a world of ever-evolving technology and media, it is becoming increasingly difficult for parents to stay savvy about the newest apps and, more importantly, which ones are dangerous for their kids. Below you will find a list of popular apps that are dangerous or are tools used by online predators to reach out to young people.
Social Media Apps Parents Should Watch Out For
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Are Eating Disorders Considered Self-Harm?
Eating disorders are complex mental illnesses that impact at least 9% of the population worldwide. Second to opioid overdoses, they are among the deadliest mental illnesses, causing one death every 52 minutes.
Are eating disorders considered self-harm? Let’s get into what you need to know.
Topics: For Parents, Tweens, Adolescents/Teens, For Youth
What to Do When Your Child Hates School
Most kids complain about their teachers, studying, or school at some point during their education. This commiseration is fairly normal, but what can you do if your child hates school? Consider the following tips.
Topics: For Parents, Early Childhood, Tweens, Adolescents/Teens, Trouble in School
When Is It Appropriate for Your Child to Switch Schools?
Your child continues having issues at school. Maybe they’re experiencing bullying, having a difficult time making friends, or they keep bringing home bad grades. Is it time to switch schools? Consider these variables first.
Topics: For Parents, Tweens, Adolescents/Teens, Teachable Moments, Bullying, Trouble in School
What Is Going on With Your Insecure Teenager?
Everyone knows the teenage years can be chaotic and tumultuous. Adolescence represents a significant transition from childhood to adulthood, and the years can be rocky.
Topics: For Parents, Tweens, Behavior, Teachable Moments, Families, Trouble in School
How Parents Can Address Online Safety
The average teenager spends about eight hours online each day. Although online safety is a critical part of living in modern society, many parents don’t exactly know what this security entails. Let’s get into the top online safety tips.
Topics: For Parents, Adolescents/Teens, Bullying, Online Safety
3 Helpful Tips for Talking to Your Teenager
Does it feel like you’re walking on eggshells when you interact with your child? If so, you’re not alone. That said, open communication is vital for building trust, safety, and connection between parents and children. Consider these useful tips for talking to your teenager.
Topics: Communication, For Parents, Adolescents/Teens, Teachable Moments, Families, Family Counseling
How Caring Adults Can Help Kids Develop
The simple fact is that young people are more likely to grow up happy, healthy, and successfully able to take care of themselves when they have positive relationships with important people in their lives called “Developmental Relationships.”
Topics: For Parents
What You Need To Know About Suicide in Idaho
It's everyone's worst nightmare: Getting a call or finding out that someone you knew has completed suicide. People ask themselves, “Why?” They say things like, “I should have known. I wish I would have said something.”
Topics: For Parents, "Suicide", childhood trauma
The Protective Factors - Social Connections
“The greatest human need aside from food, water, and shelter is relationships.” - Justin Hacking, Clinical Supervisor at Idaho Youth Ranch.
Let’s face it - we need one another to survive. But this goes much deeper than the constructs of community and society. We need others in our lives who care about us, who listen, and who we know we can turn to when we need someone to lean on.
Topics: For Parents, protective factors
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