Category: Parentally Speaking

Research shows an undeniable link between social media use, negative mental health, and low self esteem. Learn about teen social media use.

What parents should know about stress and drug use to prevent teens from turning to drugs to cope with their everyday stresses.

Every September we acknowledge National Recovery Month to educate that substance use treatment can enable those with disorders to live healthily.

With NJ’s recent recreational marijuana legalization, here are five tips to effectively talk to your kids about marijuana.

Valentine’s Day can bring stress & pressure for teens, impacting mental health & relationships. Learn how to cope & seek support.

Here are a few ways you can effectively communicate with your curious child and provide age-appropriate answers to their questions.

Here’s why developing children’s interpersonal skills is so important, and some ways to encourage this development early on.

It’s easy to recognize the obvious risks of teen drug, alcohol, or nicotine use – that is, it can result in negative consequences.

By Lizz Dinnigan, Preventionist The effects of excessive screen time on childhood development have become a growing concern among parents and educators alike. Various studies show negative risks to children’s cognitive, linguistic and social-emotional growth, as well as to mental and physical health, making it a pressing public health concern. Of course, screens can be beneficial…

Discover the top reasons that you should help your child develop decision-making skills at a young age to improve their adolescence.

Related Articles Anxiety is a common yet often overlooked issue among children. With the pressures of school, social interactions, and various other stressors, children can experience anxiety that, if left unaddressed, can impact their well-being and development. Early identification and effective management of anxiety are important in helping children lead healthier and happier lives.  This…