Adolescents and teenagers seem to be tired all the time. Getting them up in the morning for school is a task, they sleep all day, then they seem to be up all night. Today’s adolescents and teens face more pressure than in previous generations, prepping for their resumes at earlier ages by taking on multiple…
Body dysmorphia in adolescents is an issue that many people choose not to talk about. However, your teen may struggle with this problem, and be unwilling to tell you. To learn more about why it is so important to talk to your child about this struggle, contact Stonewater Adolescent Recovery Center today. Body Dysmorphia in…
Today, smartphones are ubiquitous around the country. More and more, teens are using smartphones to communicate with their friends, complete homework, and do other daily tasks. Unfortunately, adolescent smartphone use disorder is also becoming more and more common around the country. As such, if you see your teen struggling with a smartphone use disorder, it…
When we watch a young toddler teeter around and make questionable decisions, we rarely wonder if they’re a risk-taker. Of course, there are those few brave babies who seem to push their limitations more than others. Generally speaking, we’re aware that our younger children are not taking risks because they haven’t entirely developed the executive…
When discussing teenage boys, often you will hear parents talk about their grocery bill and how they have a difficult time keeping their pantry or refrigerator stocked because of their growing bodies. Having quick fix meals and snacks readily available for these developing boys may not only hurt the pocketbook but may also give them…
You probably could never imagine or want to admit that your teen is a bully. Sometimes to protect your own offspring you may unintentionally enable them to continue with bad behavior because you may not see the signs or are not equipped to broach the situation. If you have an indication that your teen may…
Now that you are aware of the problematic behavior your teen has exhibited, you may be wondering if this is just your family’s destiny or if there is something which could be done to solve the problem? Dealing with the issues that your teen is going through may have you questioning your parenting, their morality,…
Sixty-three percent of all households have one gamer living under their roof, according to the 2017 Essential Facts about the Computer and Gaming Industry report released by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA). Computer and video games are a popular way for people of many ages to spend their time. There are different styles of games…
With technology being such a massive entity in our society nowadays, there is always talks about how digital media affects our adolescents. Certainly, there are advantages of computers and tablets for use in an educational manner since children are able to learn subjects in a different method that provokes their brain. On the other hand,…
After you have had to deal with your teen’s anger, there is good chance that you are wondering if this is due to their age and hormones or if they are truly angry. The characteristics of a teenager make it tough to differentiate between the two, but regardless, there are ways to help you to…