It almost seems impossible to run into someone who doesn’t use social media, especially a young person. In 2023, a study of more than 1,400…
Germaphobia (mysophobia) is a fear of germs. People living with germaphobia often go to great lengths to avoid situations they think might impact their health…
Body dysmorphia is when someone obsessively focuses on something they perceive as a flaw with their body. Teens with a body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) struggle…
Negative body image is a common source of stress that fuels eating disorders. The negative perceptions your teen feels about their body can cause disordered…
When your teen refuses to go to school, you might be tempted to chalk it up to bad behavior or lack of motivation. But they’re…
Teens show their emotions in different ways, but they’re not likely to verbalize them. Isolating, acting recklessly, or being addicted to games or social media…
Adoption can be a wonderful thing. People can earn the chance to become parents if they were unable to before, and can provide great opportunities…
Attachment disorders develop when children have challenges with emotional attachments to others, especially parents, caregivers, and other close adults. These challenges may result in two…
Adolescence is a time of change. Teens start taking charge of their own personalities and developing their independence, which can cause challenges at home and…
When it comes to understanding and managing emotions, especially in adolescents, traditional talk therapies may not always be the most effective approach. Experiential and hands-on…