Is Your Teen Glued to Their Phone? What Parents Need to Know About Social Media and Mental Health
If you’ve ever found yourself saying to your teen or pre-teen “Put the phone down!” you’re not alone. Parenting a teenager in the age of social media is genuinely hard, and the worry you feel when your kid seems more connected to a…
Test Anxiety, Perfectionism, and the Push to Achieve: A Therapist’s Take
A focused teenager diligently writes during a test in a school classroom. If you’re parenting a teen in Northern Virginia or DC, you’ve probably noticed the intense pressure students face. From AP classes and sports to college prep and…
Understanding the Teenage Brain: What Makes it Different?
It’s no surprise that teens function a bit differently compared to adults. They pursue other hobbies and hold different priorities. Your day may be structured and follow a schedule, while theirs appears to be a free-for-all. They…