by Christine Lawler LMFT | Apr 17, 2024
Going through your teenage years is kind of like riding a rollercoaster- fast paced and full of twists, turns, highs, and lows. Especially in this day and age with social media, it’s not totally surprising that so many teens are feeling depressed and/or anxious. Teens also face many things like social pressures, academic pressures, comparisons, and family conflict.
As a parent or guardian, worrying about our teens is in our nature and can feel overwhelming. It’s crucial to be able to recognize signs of anxiety and depression so you can support your teenager when they need it most.
Keep reading to learn how to recognize when your teen is struggling and learn how you can help.
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by Christine Lawler LMFT | Feb 7, 2024
Wondering how to parent teenage daughters? That’s the age old question, isn’t it? Being a parent can be tough, and there is no perfect answer to this question or really any other parenting question out there. But there are helpful and even crucial steps you can take.
The teenage years are complicated, and this can be especially true for teenage girls. As your daughter enters the years leading up to her adulthood, there is so much going on! Some of it will be amazing and some of it will be extremely difficult. According to the CDC, teenage girls are experiencing higher levels of sadness, alcohol use, and violence compared to teenage boys. These years are pivotal for her development and future!
Let’s talk about some valuable tips to help you navigate these years as best as you can.
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by Christine Lawler LMFT | Jan 17, 2024
Anger is a natural emotion, but when it becomes unmanageable, it can have detrimental effects on a teenager’s well-being. We’re talking things that go beyond a typical eye-roll and slamming of the bedroom door.
Adolescence is a challenging phase, marked by things like hormonal changes, academic pressures, and changing peer relationships. For some teenagers, navigating these complexities can lead to anger issues. As parents, educators, or friends, understanding how to help teenagers cope with anger is crucial for their emotional development and overall happiness.
Keep reading to learn about the landscape of teen anger and what you can do to help.
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by Christine Lawler LMFT | Dec 6, 2023
The period of adolescence is a transformative experience marked by physical, emotional, and cognitive changes. Teenagers often find themselves on a journey of self discovery, attempting to find themselves while navigating their rapidly evolving societal pressures. This can be tough for everyone involved.
Parenting, while rewarding, can also be a stressful and transformative experience! And when you notice signs of anxiety in your teenager, it can be perplexing and stressful. “What causes teenage anxiety?” is a question that many parents may be asking themselves.
This article will explore the intricate web of factors that may be contributing to your teenager’s emotional struggles.
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by Christine Lawler LMFT | Oct 18, 2023
Motivating a depressed teenager can be extremely difficult- even a teenager without depression can be hard to motivate. Think back to your teenage years… chances are, emotions were high! You might have thought life was hard or unfair, school was stressful, you dealt with puberty, maybe there was some peer pressure, and things were overall an up and down roller coaster. The teenage years can be tumultuous.
Depression adds a separate set of trials that can affect the whole family. You are not alone, and neither is your teen; it’s estimated that one in five adolescents struggles with depression in any given year. If you think your unmotivated teenager may be depressed, this is the article for you.
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