Parental loss is one of the most stressful and life-changing events an individual can experience. An estimated 6.6% of children experience parental death before their 18th birthday. The number increases during pandemics, natural disasters, or wars. For most teenagers, the loss of a mother or a father easily reshapes their identity and sense of security. It …
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My Teen Son Had a Breakdown at School: What Are My Options?
Learning of a child’s emotional or mental breakdown at school often leaves most parents worried. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 4 in 10 US high school students report feelings of sadness or hopelessness, which depicts the growing mental health crisis among teens. Once in a while, such feelings may reach a breaking point …
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Resources for Kids Who Lost Parents
Losing a parent changes a child’s life in unfathomable ways. Unfortunately, it usually happens more than people realize. It is estimated that about 1 in 11 children will lose a parent or sibling before their 18th birthday in the US. There is no perfect book or program that adults can use to help kids process …
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How Trauma Impacts Brain Development
A teenager who suddenly snaps or freezes may be reacting to past trauma. Adolescent trauma often affects executive functions. It can severely impact brain development if left unaddressed. Teen trauma is quite widespread. Approximately two-thirds of adults have experienced at least one Adverse Childhood Experience in the US during adolescence. While these statistics might be …
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Substance Abuse and the Developing Brain
Adolescence is a delicate phase that ushers in growth and self-discovery. However, issues like substance abuse can change a teenager’s life trajectory forever. Most brain development happens during puberty, making teenagers more vulnerable to the effects of brain-altering substances. Youth drinking may have dropped over the years, but it is still an issue. Adolescents have …
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