Teens & Tweens

By Dr. Patrick NeustatterWhen your bathroom is full of deodorants and shaving gear, the fridge is empty, girls are calling and you hardly see your son any more, you know he's undergoing the…

By AUSTIN TOWLE, AGE 131. We don't like to be compared to other kids. When you compare us to little Timothy down the block saying how smart and well-mannered he is, it doesn't make us feel good….

Master Lock offers these top 10 tips to help college students become defensive rather than a victim of theft; the number one crime on college campuses.1. Keep backpacks and other valuables within…

By Martha Wegner
June 2010The unique relationship between father and son can brings a lot of joy, along with a lot of responsibility-My husband and 12-year-old son come tumbling in the door….

Slamming doors. Rolling eyes. Heavy sighing. If you have a middle school age child, these may be common phenomena in your house. Sometimes it's hard to remember the sweet little child whose toes…

Are you concerned about your teen's weight? Are you hitting a brick wall when trying to discuss weight, fitness and health issues with your son or daughter? You're not alone. Many parents report…

Teens entering the workforce today face one of the worst recessions in decades but remain optimistic about their future careers. In fact, 90 percent of teens are confident they will one day have…

Adolescents with suicidal thoughts and elevated depression had stronger and faster reduction of symptoms when treated with family therapy compared to the standard treatment in the community,…

By Anna Seip   The teen years are tough enough without having to change schools. But, sometimes a move can't be avoided. Most parents receive plenty of advice when it comes to helping a teen…

by Carol LeMon Houchin, L.P.C., L.M.F.T.
This article was originally published in June 2009.
Walking down the halls of a Stafford County high school one feels the enthusiasm of adolescence, warmth…