Parenting • Life Challenges Q&A: How do I know if my child is depressed? If, on the basis of this information, you have reason to suspect that your adolescent might be seriously depressed or... Article
Parenting • Self-harm How to help a self-destructive teen Someone who cuts herself – or commits any self-destructive behaviour – is trying to cover up a painful experience or ... Article
Parenting • Mental health A window into a cutter's world If you know someone struggling with cutting or other forms of self-injury, there are ways to break this dangerous cycle. Article
Parenting • Self-harm What can you do to safeguard your teen from suicide? To help others, a mom looks back on what she wishes she had done differently. Article
Parenting • Life Challenges Teens and suicide If your teen says she is depressed, she hates her life or there is no point to living, take her words seriously. Article
Parenting • Life Challenges The truth about eating disorders Find help and hope in solid information and in the stories of those who have fought this battle and won. Article
Parenting • Marriage How to draw together during tough times When your child is struggling - with addiction, health issues, rebellion or any number of issues - here's how to help... Article
Parenting • Mental health A Parent's Guide to 13 Reasons Why podcast series Netflix’s TV show 13 Reasons Why is a mega-hit with teens, but a major concern for parents. That’s why we’re providin... Article
Parenting • Self-harm Empowerment parenting for your teens Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do as a parent is to give up some of your power over your teen, allowing th... Article
Parenting • Life Challenges Tough love in adult relationships: What it is, what it’s not and how to use it The concept of tough love has been around for a long time – and it’s been misunderstood and misused for just as long.... Article
Parenting • Life Challenges Codependency: What is it? By general definition, codependency is an adaptive coping mechanism used compulsively by those trying to find persona... Article
Parenting • Self image and identity 5 lies that can destroy your daughter Teen girls can easily fall prey to these five lies that make them question their worth. Article
Parenting • Media and entertainment Helping your daughter navigate a highly sexualized culture Our culture tries to convince our daughters that they amount to nothing more than the sum of their parts. Our daughte... Article
Parenting • Social teaching Q&A: Helping a shy preschooler become more confident Raising bashful boys and girls is a delicate art that requires discernment, sensitivity and balance. Article
Parenting • Mental health Coming alongside a suicidal teen Maybe you fear your teen is contemplating suicide, but you feel awkward discussing the topic. You want to help withou... Article
Parenting • Stress Caring for yourself when your child is in crisis When our child is hurting, we hurt too. If you're distracted by worry, or wondering if you'll ever find joy again, he... Article
Parenting • Bullying When your child is bullied at school If your child reveals that he or she is being bullied in the classroom or on the playground, here are some recommenda... Article
Parenting • Sex education Teaching children healthy sexuality: Overview We need a comprehensive theology of sexuality, chock full of practical applications lived out at home. As parents, we... Article
Parenting • Trauma Symptoms in children who are victims of sexual abuse Potential warning signs that a child is being sexual abused. Article
Parenting • Anxiety Four lies that fuel anxiety and depression in teens To preserve a healthy sense of self and self-esteem, kids need to learn how to "talk back" to their negative thoughts... Article