Teen Manipulation Tactics

Teen Manipulation Tactics: What Parents Need to Know Published: 04/20/2026 | Updated: 04/21/2026 Authored by: Emma Loker, BSc, PgDip Edited by: Jemma Strain, B.S. Psychology Teen manipulation tactics can leave parents feeling confused, frustrated, or unsure of how to respond. Adolescence is a period of rapid emotional and psychological change, and teenagers often test boundaries […]

Warning Signs of Online Grooming

Warning Signs of Online Grooming and Safeguards You Can Take Published: 04/20/2026 | Updated: 04/21/2026 Authored by: Emma Loker, BSc, PgDip Edited by: Jemma Strain, B.S. Psychology For most children and teens, being online is part of their everyday life. It’s how they socialize, talk to their friends, play games, do homework, and explore their […]

How to Safeguard Your Child’s Internet Access

How to Safeguard Your Child’s Internet Access Published: 04/20/2026 | Updated: 04/21/2026 Authored by: Emma Loker, BSc, PgDip Edited by: Jemma Strain, B.S. Psychology Giving your child access to the internet can be a scary proposition. While being online is a necessary aspect of kids’ lives for schoolwork, communicating with friends, and sharing everyday moments, […]

Rupture and Repair: How to Mend Your Relationship With Your Teen After Parent-Teen Conflict

Struggling with parent-teen conflict? Learn how rupture and repair rebuild trust, improve communication, and strengthen your relationship after arguments.

Second Opinions Before Admission

Second Opinions Before Admission Published: 03/31/2026 | Updated: 03/31/2026 Authored by: Veronica Silver, MA Edited by: Jemma Strain, B.S. Psychology It can be hard to hear that a mental health professional thinks your teenager needs mental health treatment. You want to trust the professionals, but you also want to be sure it’s the best course […]

Red Flags When Choosing Programs

Red Flags When Choosing Programs Published: 03/31/2026 | Updated: 03/31/2026 Authored by: Veronica Silver, MA Edited by: Jemma Strain, B.S. Psychology Deciding that your teen needs a higher level of mental health care can be one of the most difficult decisions a parent ever has to make. Most treatment centers can provide life-changing treatment. However, […]