Raising compassionate children isn’t an easy thing to do psychologists say, especially in today’s “me first” society. But the coronavirus pandemic has created an opportunity for parents and caregivers to teach the importance of compassion to their children.
Family time is abundant in the era of shelter in place orders. Parents, kids, and even grandchildren are all under the same roof, which can lead to conflict in some households. There’s always the possibility that this togetherness could help deepen relationships. TranscriptIt used to be a hard thing to plan but suddenly family time [...]
Being sad is normal, it’s part of life. But teen depression is a serious mental health problem that affects how teenagers think, feel and behave. Depression is more than a temporary feeling, and there are often clear red flags. Transcript Being sad is normal it's part of life but teen depression is a serious mental [...]
Discrimination is unfortunately something many of us have to face in our lifetimes. It can involve negative feelings about someone’s race, age, disability, religious beliefs or sexual orientation. But in some arenas, there are clear signs of progress. TranscriptDiscrimination is unfortunately something many of us have to face in our lifetimes it's everywhere and can [...]
All parents want what’s best for their children. But with so much uncertainty and stress in the world today it can take a real effort to keep from transferring that stress to the kids. Experts advise being honest but also being calm. TranscriptAll parents want what's best for their children but with so much uncertainty [...]
Having a good mix of friends is amazing, but sometimes it can feel good to be able to talk to somebody who just gets you. This may be especially true for LGBTQ young people who may feel isolated and marginalized by their peers. TranscriptIt's always nice to meet people who have similar interests having a [...]
First of all, what’s screen time? Screen time is any and all time your child spends using a screen: TV, smartphone, tablet, video gaming devices, etc. Even small amounts of screen time throughout the day add up, like watching educational videos or games. However, there are aspects of technology that aren’t so safe or healthy. [...]
It’s normal for teens to get moody and irritable from time to time. The coronavirus pandemic has made things worse for many, especially for those teens who identify as LGBTQ. The isolation and loneliness associated with social distancing can heighten concerns about their mental well-being. TranscriptIt's normal for teens to get moody frustrated and irritable [...]
