Why Achievement Culture Has Become So Toxic
The incessant pressure to perform takes a toll on children’s mental health—but there are other ways to help them find their sense of worth.
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How Health Professionals Can Talk With Families About Race
Racism harms children's physical health, which means that it's an important topic for doctors to bring up with families.
How to Protect Teens From the Risks of Social Media
Advisories from the U.S. Surgeon General and the American Psychological Association highlight how social media affect youth mental health.
The Pandemic Hurt Teens. How Can We Help Them Recover?
In the wake of COVID-19, what’s the new normal for teens—and how can we help them move forward?
How to Help Teens Overcome Anxiety About Climate Change
Climate change is a mental health issue, not just an environmental one. Compassion practices may help adolescents turn anxiety into action.
How to Help Your Teen Be a Good Person
Instead of just surviving the teenage years, parents have an opportunity to help their teen grow and to strengthen their relationship.
How Parents Can Help Their Kids To Navigate Romance
Parents can shape their children’s romantic choices with the conversations they have with them when they’re young.
Teaching Gratitude Can Help Reduce Cyberbullying
A new study finds that students who learn about gratitude for a month are less likely to bully their peers.