Anger is a normal human emotion, and adolescents can experience frustration, irritability, and strong emotional reactions as they navigate changes at home, at school, and in their relationships. When anger becomes frequent, intense, or difficult to manage, however, it can begin affecting an adolescent’s relationships, school performance, family life, and overall well-being. Behavior problems like anger

Are you concerned that your teen may be experiencing the symptoms of a mood disorder or another mental health condition? If you’re noticing extreme shifts in mood, you might be wondering if a condition like disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD) could be the cause. As a parent, it can be hard to understand your teen’s

It’s an experience most people have — that nervous flutter in your stomach before a big presentation, a knot of worry before a game or maybe even pre-date jitters. This feeling can be described as “butterflies” and is your body’s response to anxiety. Anxiety is common, affecting roughly 32% of U.S. teens, according to the

Have you ever wondered if your friend’s fear of loud noises or your desire to avoid certain places might be more than just typical teenage anxieties? Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) isn’t just something that impacts veterans. Teens can also experience PTSD, and it can show up in surprising ways.  Teens can sometimes experience events that are

Has your usually wide-awake teen started hitting the snooze button at every chance? Teens require around eight to 10 hours of sleep every night. However, juggling schoolwork, extracurricular activities and possibly a part-time job or sneaking late-night scrolling on social media can make it challenging for teens to get enough sleep every night. Playing catch-up

As a teenager, it’s expected that you’ll experience emotional ups and downs, but sometimes these mood shifts can become super intense and last longer than usual. If this sounds familiar, you might be dealing with a mood disorder.  Exploring the possibility of a mood disorder doesn’t have to strike fear in your heart. A mood disorder

Depression in teenagers isn’t uncommon. In fact, an estimated 20% of adolescents in the U.S. had at least one major depressive episode in 2021, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. The statistics are even higher for adolescent girls. So, what’s causing it? There are a number of different causes of depression in

For many adolescents and teens who struggle with mental health, regular therapy appointments and a supportive family are enough to help them learn to handle their mental health challenges. But if at-home support and traditional therapy sessions aren’t enough to improve your teen’s mental health, you may need to look for a treatment option that

Between classes, homework, extracurricular activities and social pressures, school can be a stress-inducing, high-pressure place for teenagers. Most people experience first-day jitters or nerves before a test, but if your worry about school is persistent, noticeable and negatively impacting your time at school, you may be dealing with anxiety. Some symptoms of an anxiety-related mental

Whether we realize it at the time or later on, trauma can have a huge impact on people. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after a traumatic event such as a burglary, assault, or severe accident or natural disaster. However, if your child experiences trauma that occurs over a long period of time, such as

Sometimes it can feel like life is constantly throwing roadblocks in our way, and each one can impact our mental health. For teens, things like a poor grade on a test or a fight with a friend can make them sad for a few days. They might feel nervous about an upcoming exam, sports competition

If you see that your teen is struggling with their mental health, your instinct as a parent or guardian is likely to try to help immediately. However, it’s possible that they don’t want to open up to you when you bring up your concerns. Or perhaps you recognize that they need further support than what