Teen Mood Swings: What’s Typical, What’s Not, and How to Stay Steady Through It All
Ever wish your teen came with a color-coded mood ring to warn you before you walked into a storm?
One minute they’re joking around, the next they’re slamming the door. Mood swings in teenagers can feel intense, unpredictable, and hard to keep up with—but they’re also a normal part of adolescent development
Middle Path Parenting: The Skill That Helps You Get Out of the Power Struggle
From Conflict to Connection: How DBT Parenting Skills Can Help You Support Your Teen
When your teen is emotional, overwhelmed, or acting out, it can feel like you're walking on eggshells or stuck in the same frustrating conversations over and over again.
You want to help. You want to understand. But what starts as a check-in often turns into a vent session that leaves you both feeling worse.
Why Your Teen Doesn’t Want a Solution (And What to Do Instead)
Emotional Myths Are Holding Your Teen Back. Here’s How to Help
Has your teen ever said, “I shouldn’t feel this way,” or, “If I feel it, it’ll never stop”? These beliefs don’t just make emotions harder to handle. They leave teens stuck, ashamed, and disconnected.
Many teens grow up learning emotional rules that are based on fear, not facts. These emotional myths come from family patterns, school culture, or personal experiences. And while they might sound true, they’re often the reason teens struggle to manage their feelings.