California Lawsuits Against Social Media: Are Platforms Responsible for Teen Mental Health?
For many parents, social media has become one more thing to worry about in their teens’ lives. They might worry about how the constant scrolling, comparison, and unrealistic expectations could be affecting their teens’ mental health. Recently, in California, there have been multiple social media lawsuits around teen mental health. The question has been about […]
Signs Your Inner Child Still Carries Family Trauma
Have you ever had a reaction that felt bigger than the situation itself? Maybe a friend took longer than usual to text you back, and you immediately assumed they were upset with you. Maybe a teacher gave you feedback on an assignment, and you spent the rest of the day feeling like you had failed. […]
How to Help a Teen who is Grieving: Tips & Activities
Learn how to help a grieving teen with practical tips and supportive activities to guide them through loss and emotional healing.
Talking to AI Instead of People: Are Teens Replacing Real Support?
It’s common for teenagers to use AI to help with their homework, as well as for everyday tips and advice. But what happens when a teen feels distressed and turns to an AI chatbot instead of another person for support? Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a regular part of many teens’ lives, including chatbots. While […]
Trapped in Your Feed: How Algorithms May Be Making Teen Mental Health Worse
Have you ever opened TikTok planning to watch one video, only to look up an hour later, wondering where the time went? It could be because of “the algorithm.” Social media platforms are designed to keep people engaged with their site, and a big part of that comes down to algorithms. Algorithms are invisible systems […]
5 Signs a Teen is Being Bullied that Every Parent Should Know
Learn the 5 signs a teen is being bullied that every parent should know. Spot warning behaviors early and learn how to support your child with care.
