Take Time for Your Teen
by
Christina Botto
I never said it was easy or that no effort on the parent's part is necessary. As a matter of fact, throughout my book I emphasize that parents will need to utilize a lot of self control and implement strategies before responding to their teen's actions or questions. The statement "stopping whatever you're doing will be difficult to implement for already busy parents" touches on one of the most imp
How to help your angry Teen
by
Christina Botto
Lately, several parents asked: "Where is my teen's anger coming from?" Teenagers, like adults, experience stress every day. The stubborn and argumentative teen is fighting for independence and less control by his or her parents. Teens also have unreasonable expectations, especially if they are used to getting what they want when they want it. If this does not happen, or they realize that things ar
Eating Disorders in Teens
by
Christina Botto
Eating disorders have long been a serious problem among people of all ages. However, this disease usually begins somewhere in the pre-teen stages of life, and although many adolescent boys suffer with this disorder, it usually affects and is much more severe in young girls. People who do suffer from an eating disorder like to place blame on factors such as television and family life-styles. Althou
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