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Teens Need Some Control: Reasons It Is Important and Safe Ways to Give It

Posted on July 22, 2024 by middleearthnj Leave a comment

It is a natural human desire to have some sense of control over our own lives. Having control gives us a feeling of order, stability, and safety. Research consistently shows that when people believe they have choices and can change their circumstances, they feel more hopeful and optimistic about the future. We tend to fight against anyone, or any situation,

Overinvolved Parenting Creates Unprepared Young Adults, Part 2

Posted on January 16, 2017 by middleearthnj Leave a comment

Last week, our blog explored why colleges and employers are increasingly complaining that today’s young adults are not prepared for life after high school. Experts say that one of the causes for this problem is “helicopter parents,” parents who are overinvolved, do everything for their teens and rescue their teens from any difficulties. Young adults raised by helicopter parent tend

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