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Body Positivity Under the Sun: A Journey Towards Embracing Summer Attire
Q: Summer is approaching, and with that comes the anxiety of having to wear more revealing clothes. I always feel so insecure about my body, and it prevents me from enjoying the season to the fullest. Do you have any advice on how to become more accepting of my body and feel more confident in…
Cool Mom, Out of Control Kids: How to Regain Authority
Q: We have that house where all the kids like to hang out. That’s just how I like it. I’m the “cool mom,” and, truth be told, it’s a bit of an ego boost for me. That said, sometimes these kids are a bit much. They help themselves to food in the kitchen and leave…
The Aftermath of the Pandemic: Navigating the Surge in Teenage Depression and Suicide
Depression in teens- especially teen girls- is on the rise. Teen girls are about 3 times as likely to have experienced depression recently than teen boys, according to the Pew Research Center. Some people theorize this could be because of the increasing popularity and usage of social media, which impacts the mental health of girls…
Is Psych Testing Really Necessary?
Q: Why should I choose a comprehensive psychological evaluation when I can get a diagnosis from my child’s physician? What value does testing offer? A: This is a great question! The value of a comprehensive psychological evaluation (often referred to as “testing”) by far outweighs the costs. To begin, it provides you with a holistic…
Mixed Black Racial Identity Issues for Gen Z’s and Beyond
It seems like there is no identity crisis quite like that of mixed black heritage in America. With differing views on how mixed-race Black people should self-identify, people often think of themselves as “too Black” or “not Black enough.” Take Barack Obama, for example; he is a mixed-race African American with a white mother and…
Making the Most of Your Second-Choice School
Q: When applying to colleges, my top dream school was always Tufts; I could envision myself being there, and I began to fall in love with it even more every day. However, I got rejected last weekend, and I am going to attend my second choice, Lehigh. Although this was my second choice, I didn’t…
A Clean Break Before College?
Q: I’m a senior at Northwest and have been in a relationship for two years. My boyfriend and I are both headed to college in the fall; I’m going to UCLA, and he’s going to Florida State. We’ll be so far from each other that we’re not sure if we should continue the relationship. I…
The Correlation Between Marijuana and Educational Outcomes in Teens
As teen marijuana use is on the rise, parents all over the country are worried about how their teens’ marijuana use could impact their education. The human brain continues to develop until the age of 25, and research suggests using marijuana can interfere with this development, affecting how connections are formed in the brain. Studies…
Less Yelling in 2023: Steps for Better Communication With Your Kids.
Q: As I am thinking about New Year’s Resolutions, my goal is to not yell at my kids as frequently. As a working mother, it has been challenging to give my kids attention. By the end of the day, I lose my temper and yell at them. I later felt guilty and eventually apologized to…
10 Reasons To Keep Living
Some days are harder than others. We understand. Here are some things to consider that we hope can give you a reason to keep fighting. You have people, or pets, in your life who care about you and want you to be happy, healthy, and safe. There are opportunities and experiences that you have not…
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