Coping with ADHD in Teens: Strategies for Parents and Families

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Strategies for Parents and Families As a parent of a teenager, you might find yourself in situations that leave you feeling frustrated or concerned. Do you constantly remind your teen to complete their homework, only to discover it still sits untouched? Have you noticed them zoning out during conversations or struggling to keep up with […]

10 Ways to Protect Your Family’s Mental Health

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Protecting Your Family’s Mental Health Family is everything. They’re not just the people we love—they’re the people we turn to in moments of distress. They’re our main form of support on difficult days. And they’re often the first to notice when something’s amiss.  Effectively, our family carries us through life’s highs and lows. But family […]

7 Tips for Parenting an Anxious Child

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Parenting an Anxious Child Parenting an anxious child can be difficult, especially if you’re on the anxious side yourself. It’s normal to feel unsure of how to handle your child’s anxiety, or a little lost about how to best support them. But know that you’re not alone.  Anxiety is becoming an increasing concern in children […]

Navigating Teen Mental Health Challenges: Key Strategies for Parents

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The teenage years are always tough, but today’s teens face a mental health crisis that’s unlike anything we’ve seen before. In fact, 40% of students in 2023 experienced persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, a staggering statistic that highlights just how serious things have become. From academic pressures to social media, the world feels more […]

Is Social Media Hurting Our Teens? Signs of Mental Health Struggles

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Let’s face it—social media is everywhere, and for teens, it’s practically a second home. Between TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, and all the other platforms, they’re constantly connected, scrolling through an endless stream of content. As parents, you’ve probably wondered how all that screen time is affecting your teen’s mental health. At Mission Prep Healthcare, we understand […]

How to Support a Teen Struggling with Depression

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When a friend or peer is experiencing depression, it can be really tough to know what to do. As teens, you might feel unsure about how to help or afraid of saying the wrong thing. It’s totally normal to feel that way—depression is a serious issue that affects many adolescents, and it can make those […]