Routines & Activities

The holiday season is a time for celebration, relaxation, and togetherness. However, for teens, this time can also bring unique challenges—especially with increased free time, social gatherings, and lingering stress from final exams or the anticipation of a new semester. As parents, it’s important to stay vigilant about potential risks to your teen’s health, especially […]

As summer days fade into memory and the school year ramps up, teens often face the challenge of readjusting to the structured environment of being back in school. For many, the transition from the freedom of summer to the demands of school can be stressful and, if not managed properly, can lead to negative behaviors, […]

This post was updated slightly in November of 2023. The impact of COVID-19 has been widespread and can be felt across the globe. After over three years of uncertainty, everyone has felt the effects of this global pandemic, particularly when it comes to mental health. This has been especially true for teens as research from […]

This post was updated slightly in May of 2023. It is officially summer, which means your teen likely has an abundance of free time on their hands to enjoy being outside and socializing with friends. This can be a very exciting time for teens, especially those old enough to drive. But before you let your […]

The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community has had to face an onslaught of dangerous rhetoric regarding the COVID-19 pandemic — and words have consequences. In 2020, hate crimes against Asian Americans increased by a staggering 149%, according to a report by the Center for the Study of Hate & Extremism at California State […]

Sleeping in, eating cookies, and (probably too much) screen time are all pretty standard parts of a teen’s holiday break from school — but substance use shouldn’t be. Because researchers have found that boredom is one of the leading reasons teens get into risky behaviors like underage drinking and medicine abuse, it’s important that teens […]