Adolescence is a period of growth in which youth are discovering who they are and where they belong. In this insightful podcast episode, we discuss the dynamic and sometimes challenging journey of parenting adolescents. As children transition into the teen Read more >>
How Facing Big Feelings Can Help Build Mental Health
In this podcast from the UCLA Center for the Developing Adolescent, host Ron Dahl talks with psychologist and bestselling author Lisa Damour as well as Zach Gottlieb and Makayla Dawkins about how strong emotions during adolescence–good and bad–can be opportunities Read more >>
Want to Understand Your Adolescent? Get to Know Their Brain
For the parents of a teenager, adolescence can be a challenging time. But to a brain scientist, it’s a marvel. “I want people to understand that adolescence is not a disease, that adolescence is an amazing time of development,” says Read more >>
How to Navigate Difficult Conversations with Your Teenager
Important conversations with teenagers are among the biggest challenges of parenting. They can feel like walking a tightrope. Lean too much – or too little – into commands and restrictions and you’re likely to tip over. Read more >>
Parents’ Guide to Talking to Adolescents About Death
For many adults, talking about death is difficult. When we speak to our own teenagers about the death of a peer, family member or teacher, it can be even harder. Read more >>
You may feel unsure of how to support a teen who is grieving. Here are some ideas that may help. Read more >>
Teen Mental Health: Resources for Parents & Caregivers
Adolescence is a time of significant change and growth, marked by unique emotional, social, and psychological challenges. As a parent or caregiver, you can play a vital role in nurturing your teen’s mental wellness. Whether you’re seeking guidance on how Read more >>
Resources for Talking to Young People About Mental Health and Suicide
As a parent or caregiver, you play a pivotal role in your teen’s life—not just in providing care and support but also in guiding them through difficult conversations and emotional challenges. Talking about suicide openly and compassionately can help break Read more >>
Navigating Divorce with Your Children
Conflict within relationships is natural. What happens when this conflict occurs within a family and ends up in separation or divorce? Join us as we explore effective communication strategies with children during this challenging time, emphasizing the importance of fostering Read more >>
Adolescence is an important time of self-discovery during which teens often grapple with questions about identity and purpose. They want to understand who they are and their place in the world and this can bring about profound existential reflection. In Read more >>
