Category: Teens & Young Adults
Mother’s Day and Mental Health – Self-Talk and Our Children’s Mental Health
Posted onMother’s Day arrives in the middle of Mental Health month. A coincidence? Maybe. But mothers really do have a profound influence on children’s mental well-being and at the same time are often unfairly blamed for just […]
Navigate Your Child’s Neurodiversity
Posted onNavigating neurodiversity can be a journey of surprises. All children need a nurturing environment that supports their growth and well-being. However, parents of neurodiverse children have more challenges in creating that environment. Here are some approaches […]
The Doc Journey: From a Teen Who Loved to Write But Needed to Learn to Rip
Posted onWhy we’re sharing The Doc Journey Intro from Peace At Home founder, Ruth Freeman, LCSW: We at Peace At Home have appreciated a long and productive partnership with the founder of TheDocJourney.com, David Hanscom, MD. Dr. […]
Peace At Home Parenting Solutions: A Teen’s POV
Posted onThis blog is written by Andie Ettenberg who is a high school senior who lives with her family in Massachusetts. She is Peace At Home’s first high school intern. The most important way for parents and […]
Is “Work-Life Balance” Impossible? And Why Does it Matter?
Posted onWith the lines between work and home forever blurred, the challenges faced by working parents have been magnified. And the very mention of “Work-Life Balance” can send parents into hysterical laughter or hopeless resignation. Some call […]
Mindfulness Can Reduce Parenting Stress
Posted onDaylight Saving Time might make you feel more stressed as a parent. Mindfulness Can Reduce Parenting Stress, because… Don’t miss Peace at Home Parenting’s Recorded Workshop hosted by Na Zhang PhD MEd, The Power of […]
Middle School Students with ADHD: Support Executive Functioning
Posted onNotes from a Mom and School Counselor Who has Been There Middle schoolers with ADHD need strategies that support executing functioning (EF) skills. Children with ADHD have EF challenges — often referred to as executive dysfunction. […]
The Awkward Transition: Navigating Puberty with Confidence
Posted onThe onset of puberty in girls is associated with a drop in self-esteem. And the big change can be complicated for boys and kids all along the gender spectrum. Join Peace At Home teacher Amy Alamar, […]
5 Common Myths About Eating Disorders in Teens: What Parents Should Know
Posted onMaybe you’ve had a hunch your teen is struggling, but you’ve talked yourself out of worrying too much. It is incredibly difficult as a parent, especially with teenagers, to know when to step in and when […]
A Gift For Yourself This Mother’s Day: Practical Self Care for Busy Moms
Posted onIt’s no secret that moms need to practice self care. You hear it all the time—you can’t pour from an empty cup. But what if you don’t have a village around that you can lean on? […]
