Teens

3 Tips for Teens to Boost their Self-Esteem

By Helena Madsen

What does it mean to have healthy self-esteem? Your teen may think it means they need to love the way they look; or feel great about accomplishing some big goal in their life. While both factors can lead to feeling good about themselves, healthy self-esteem actually means they like and appreciate themselves – faults and […]

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5 Tips to Getting Your Teen with Anxiety to Talk to You

By Helena Madsen

Anxiety Communication Teens

Are you the parent of a teen with anxiety who struggles to open up? If so, you’re not alone. Many parents find it hard to have meaningful conversations with their teenage children. As difficult as it can feel, however it’s important to build open lines of communication during this crucial time in their lives. Communication […]