Parenting
by Taylor Bennett | Jul 26, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Parenting
The teen years are characterized by “rebellion,” which can make this stage tough on teens and parents.Fortunately, parents can take action to make these years a little easier on themselves and their teen—and it all starts with accepting rebellion as necessary to their...
by Taylor Bennett | Jul 25, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Parenting
Teenhood is characterized by awkward, confusing changes that can make or break one’s mental health.A key to thriving during this time is understanding self-esteem and self-awareness and taking the necessary steps to develop a healthy degree of both.Parents can help...
by Taylor Bennett | Jul 25, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Parenting
The teen years are characterized by developmental changes—both physical and mental—that can make this time difficult for teens and parents.Fortunately, parents can make this time a little easier on everybody by parenting their teens with love and logic, according to...
by Alex Moore | Jul 24, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Illness, Parenting
The teen years are difficult enough, but when you factor in the high susceptibility to and prevalence of mental illness, these years become even tougher.Fortunately, parents can help their teens cope with mental health conditions.It all starts with educating oneself...
by Gretchen Cohen | Jul 24, 2018 | Counseling News, Depression, Parenting
It’s often scary to be diagnosed with depression or experience depressive thoughts, but it can be especially frightening for teens. Fortunately, there are helpful resources readily available to teens on their smartphones. Resources include depression discussion...
by Carrie Krawiec | Jul 23, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Parenting
Research shows that there are a few keys to good parenting: encouragement, limit-setting, monitoring and supervision, problem-solving, and positive involvement. Encouragement is all about showing your child positive attention, so as to encourage good behavior....
by Taylor Bennett | Jul 19, 2018 | Counseling News, Counseling Topics, Mental Health, Parenting
You can set your child up for success by teaching them how to live a happy, healthy life and equipping them with beneficial tools.One parenting technique that can help you accomplish this mission is simply being honest with yourself—are you being the supportive parent...
by Taylor Bennett | Jul 18, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Parenting
Positive parenting is a loving and gentle approach to parenting that helps to foster healthy relationships between parent and child.There are a handful of skills that parents can practice to accomplish positive parenting, of which includes validation, balance,...
by Taylor Bennett | Jul 18, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Parenting
Researchers sort parents into four common parenting styles: authoritarian, permissive, uninvolved, and authoritative. Authoritarian parents are viewed as disciplinarians, as they make strict rules and offer no wiggle room. Permissive parents, on the other hand, create...
by Taylor Bennett | Jul 17, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Parenting
Adjusting to life postpartum is difficult for most women, but it’s important to understand when your health is at risk. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with anxiety or depression, don’t feel ashamed—but do seek professional help if they persist or worsen. And don’t...
by Taylor Bennett | Jul 17, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Parenting
While it’s important to prioritize your newborn’s health, it’s equally as important that you take care of yourself as well. Keep your physical health on track by staying hydrated and eating nutritious foods. You should also maintain open communication with your doctor...
by Taylor Bennett | Jul 16, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Parenting
Expecting parents often have conflicting emotions, and that’s okay—but you can take action to better prepare for parenthood and make this time more enjoyable. First, you should throw all of your expectations out the window and open yourself to whatever comes your way....
