Teen Manipulation Tactics

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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

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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

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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, […]

Second Opinions Before Admission

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Second Opinions Before Admission Published: 03/31/2026 | Updated: 05/18/2026 Authored by: Emma Loker, BSc, PgDip 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 […]

Red Flags When Choosing Programs

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Red Flags to Look For When Choosing Teen Mental Health Programs Published: 03/31/2026 | Updated: 05/18/2026 Authored by: Emma Loker, BSc, PgDip 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 […]