If you haven’t already, please read last week’s blog article first where we explained what “redpilled” means and why it happens. In this week’s blog, we will be explaining the signs to look for and what you should do if your teen son has been “redpilled.” Signs Your Son Has Been Redpilled No parent can monitor their child’s online behavior
Read moreThe term “redpilled” comes from the 1999 film The Matrix, where the main character, Neo, must choose between a red pill to learn a harsh truth or a blue pill to live in blissful ignorance. This term is now being used online to mean that those who have “taken the red pill” believe they have awakened to the hidden truth that society
Read moreThis article was written and published by the Partnership to End Addiction, a great organization focused on preventing and addressing substance use disorders by providing families, communities, and professionals with practical knowledge they can trust. We are sharing their article on our blog because we believe the information they provide is valuable. Teen substance use trends are always changing, and
Read moreSexual assault is any unwanted and forced sexual behavior that happens without a person’s consent. It can include any form of touching, and does not have to include intercourse. Anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, or socioeconomic standing, can become a victim of sexual assault, and it can happen between romantic partners, friends, family members, acquaintances or strangers. Sexual assault is very traumatizing,
Read moreAny parent with a teenager in their home knows that it is not an easy task to get them to talk and share. Conversing with a teen can be filled with one-word responses and plenty of eye-rolling. But if you feel that your teen is particularly remote or resists almost any positive communication with you, you might be making some
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Read moreWhen we are confident, we tend to have more success, feel happier, and experience better relationships in our lives. No one is born with confidence; it’s something that each of us must work on over time. Teens are especially vulnerable to self-doubt because their identity is just forming, and they face a lot of peer pressure at a time when
Read moreA study published in June 2025 in the Journal of the American Medical Association was able to determine when youth were at risk of poor mental health related to screen time. Many parents, teachers and psychologists have worried about whether the amount of time kids spend on their phones, laptops and other devices were negatively impacting their mental health. This
Read moreHumans do not become responsible or mature until they are forced to deal with the consequences of their choices. Although this makes logical sense, it’s really hard as a parent to let your child suffer when they make a mistake or bad decision. The desire to protect your child from emotional pain or damage — even when resulting from their
Read moreThe start of the school year means changes in the whole family’s routine. Some teens welcome the return to the school routine; others resist it. Some teens feel excited; others feel anxious. While all these feelings are normal, it can make the transition difficult so it’s important to help prepare your children. Although most teens don’t think they need any help
Read moreNone of us love hearing everybody else’s opinions on things we do, like, and say. It’s a rare person who welcomes comments on all of their actions, decisions, statements, and preferences. Teens are no different, but parents still tend to regularly offer many unsolicited opinions. Consider these statements from teens who were interviewed on the subject: “They comment on literally
Read moreResearch published last month in the Journal of Psychopathology and Clinical Science found that almost 1 in 4 teens, or 23.5% of children ages 13 through 18, used dating apps over a six-month period, which is more than past estimates. In the past, researchers have relied on self-reports from youth to determine the amount of usage, but this study tracked
Read moreThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s annual survey of adolescents, entitled The Youth Risk Behavior Survey, offers helpful information on the behaviors of teenagers. This article is focusing on the sleep habits of 13- to 19-year-olds. Research has shown that getting enough sleep is linked with improved emotional regulation, physical and mental health, attention, creativity, analytical thinking, learning, immune
Read moreThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) conducts an annual survey of adolescents on a wide range of topics. Entitled The Youth Risk Behavior Survey, the report offers helpful information on the behaviors of teenagers. Today’s blog will be focusing on physical activity. Experts recommend that teenagers engage in physical activity at least one hour every day. Regular physical activity
Read moreThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) conducts an annual survey of adolescents on a wide range of topics. Entitled The Youth Risk Behavior Survey, the report offers helpful information on the behaviors of teenagers. Today’s blog will be focusing on dietary behaviors. Since adolescence is a time of rapid growth and development, having a balanced diet and good nutrition
Read moreRegardless of the generation, teenagers have often used music as a way to relax, bond with friends, and develop their own identities. There is something delightful to youth in blaring a particularly great song. Equally as common, parents hate the “loud noise.” They find the lyrics too offensive, the volume too loud, and the songs too chaotic. It seems each
Read moreAs our nation’s Independence Day approaches, it’s a great time to consider how to instill good citizenship in youth, since they are the future of our country. With our nation so divided and political tensions running high, you might feel disillusioned with spouting off any rhetoric that supports America. While it’s true that our country is far from perfect, there
Read moreA recent report from Common Sense Media, the nonprofit media watchdog, suggests that companion-like artificial intelligence (AI) apps pose “unacceptable risks” to children and teenagers. Common Sense Media worked with Stanford University researchers to test three popular AI companion services: Character.AI, Replika and Nomi. What are AI Companion Apps? A growing trend among youth, AI companion apps are designed to simulate
Read moreA new C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health released this month suggests that parents are talking to their children about puberty too late. Among the findings: As humans, we all feel less nervous and handle things better when we know what to expect. That’s why it’s a great idea to begin speaking to younger kids (ages 7-9)
Read moreIt may come as a surprise for some parents to learn that most teens are suffering from a strong case of self-doubt or poor self-image. In fact, a person’s self-concept is usually lower during the adolescent years than at any other time in life. With so many social pressures swirling around them at an important developmental milestone, teenagers are particularly
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