Parenting Teenagers: Tips On Starting High School
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Teen Suicide: Facts And Tips On What You Can Do To Help
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According to the National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center, “teen suicide is the third leading cause of death among teenagers — almost 2,000 teens kill themselves each year.” Depression is one of the leading causes of teen suicide. It is estimated that “over 90% of teen suicide victims have a mental disorder, such as depression, and/or a history of alcohol or drug abuse.” The National Institute of Mental Health considers depression “to be a real medical illness and it’s treatable.”
What drives a teen to commit suicide? What is so horribly wrong in their lives that ending it is the only alternative? There are risk factors involved in teen suicide: Peer pressure, low self-esteem, dysfunctional family, stress, and access to drugs, guns, and an unyielding desire to make the pain disappear.
Teen Self Esteem: How Parents Can Help
Written by Aurelia Williams from http://www.reallifecoaching.net on October 5th, 2008 | 0 CommentsHow many teenagers do you meet that really have a strong sense of self esteem? Not many if you tell the truth. It’s a treat to find a fifteen year old who knows and likes who they are.
Teen Discipline: Just as Important Now as it was Then
Written by Aurelia Williams from http://www.reallifecoaching.net on October 5th, 2008 | 0 CommentsAs the parent of a teen, you no doubt wish you could go back to the days when it was easier to discipline and correct your child. The days when you did it because you knew they knew no better and looked to you for guidance and direction in this scary world. With your child now turned teenager, “No, No” just doesn’t cut it anymore.
Help, My Teen Wants to Begin Dating
Written by Aurelia Williams from http://www.reallifecoaching.net on October 5th, 2008 | 0 CommentsAh, dating. It’s a part of every teen’s life. It’s also a source of stress for most parents when their child reaches this pivotal point. It doesn’t have to be stressful. Here are a few tips to help you keep the fear at bay when your teenager starts dating.
Moody Teens: How to Deal With Those Frustrating Times
Written by Aurelia Williams from http://www.reallifecoaching.net on October 5th, 2008 | 0 CommentsIf you currently have a teen or know a teenager; you’ve probably noticed a time or two (or maybe a hundred) where their moods have swung to match those of a Drill Sergeant in the armed forces. Sometimes, their actions can leave you wondering whether it’s normal or the sign of something more serious.
Helping Teens Deal with Peer Pressure
Written by Aurelia Williams from http://www.reallifecoaching.net on October 5th, 2008 | 0 CommentsParents spend a lot of time teaching their kids right from wrong. They show them what they think is right and hope they can keep their children from falling for negative peer pressure. Even though we work hard at raising our children to do what’s right, they will still make mistakes along the way. It’s not feasible to expect them not to make mistakes, but we can still help them learn to stay on track by utilizing some techniques to avoid peer pressure.
Helping Your Teen Find A Summer Job
Written by Aurelia Williams from http://www.reallifecoaching.net on October 5th, 2008 | 0 CommentsSummer break for most students is not too far away. In fact, many teens will be looking for a way to earn extra cash. As a parent, there are things you can do to help your teen find summer work.
Helping Your Teen To Overcome Depression
Written by Aurelia Williams from http://www.reallifecoaching.net on October 5th, 2008 | 0 CommentsStatistics on teenagers suffering from depression and other mental ailments are alarming. Various studies suggest that 1 in 4 teens suffer from some sort of mental illness. Teenage mental illness, to include depression, can have dire consequences. Teenage suicide is on the rise. It is the third leading cause of death in the age bracket of 15 to 24 years. Dealing with depression in teens is an important step in reducing these numbers in our society.
Coping With Your Teenager’s Mood Swings
Written by Aurelia Williams from http://www.reallifecoaching.net on October 5th, 2008 | 0 CommentsIf you are the parent of a teenager, you are familiar with mood swings. One minute, your teen is happy and loving, the next they are sullen or angry. These mood swings can happen fast and can seem to come out of nowhere.
