By: Collett Smart
Weekly news reports of wars, natural disasters and violence, can cause great concern in children. Continue reading “Media Reported Trauma – 10 Tips For Supporting Teenagers”
Media Reported Trauma – 10 Tips For Supporting Teenagers
Boys Have Body Image Issues too
By: Collett Smart
Part of my day job sees me lucky enough to spend time with teens. I have run media literacy seminars for students, in schools around the world, for a number of years now. Continue reading “Boys Have Body Image Issues too”
Raising Grateful, Empathetic, Mindful Teens: It’s Possible!
By: Joni Boyd
“How do I raise my teen to be a grateful, empathetic adult?” Continue reading “Raising Grateful, Empathetic, Mindful Teens: It’s Possible!”
Your Teen Doesn’t Need You to Be Their Bestie: Collett Smart
By: Joni Boyd
Many parents will admit – the temptation to just aim to be their child’s friend above all else, is strong. Continue reading “Your Teen Doesn’t Need You to Be Their Bestie: Collett Smart”
Talking to Teens About Vaping, Alcohol & Drugs
By: Collett Smart
For parents and teachers alike, vaping, alcohol and other drugs are high on their radar right now, so I decided it was time to address it on the Raising Teenagers podcast, by chatting to Paul Dillon. Continue reading “Talking to Teens About Vaping, Alcohol & Drugs”
Parties and Alcohol – Do Parents Have Any Influence on Teens?
By: Collett Smart
Festivities can be so much fun, and parties provide opportunities for socialising and a little freedom for older teens. Continue reading “Parties and Alcohol – Do Parents Have Any Influence on Teens?”
6 Tips on Young Teens, Sleepovers and Parties
By: Collett Smart
There is something both exhilarating and scary about the freedom that comes with being a teenager. Some of the teens I chat with mention how much they love going out with friends, but feel conflicted about the peer pressure around sleepovers, parties and alcohol. Continue reading “6 Tips on Young Teens, Sleepovers and Parties”
The Importance of Touch in Raising Teens – Tips for Parents
By: Collett Smart
A shortage of healthy touch can have detrimental effects on our health and wellbeing, even leading to psychologically damaging effects.
Continue reading “The Importance of Touch in Raising Teens – Tips for Parents”