More and more teens are engaging in pornography use. The majority of the use seems to be on their phones. Adolescents are very private about their cell phones. It is harder for parents to monitor what they search than when there was a family...
There are many levels of care in mental health. What are they and which is right for you? That is often a challenging question. Helping teens grow and families improve connection,Lauren Goodman, MS, MFT
I sat with a client in the past week who is just now facing the harsh realization that life requires work. I really felt for this person because things have always been handed to them, and suddenly that is going to stop. This person really doesn't know how to manage...
Times they are a changin'. Some of these changes don't bother you as a parent. Other changes make you uncomfortable. You wish you could raise your kids in another era. While I'm sure this is true of all generations, technology and social/moral changes are so rapid now...
In a culture that has the shortest attention span in recent history, it's no surprise our teens are "hooking up" more often than they're dating. Parents, this should scare the bejeezus out of you! It scares me to death and I'm not even fearing for my own child...
I've never commented on this as far as I can remember. It's not something I am called on to do with any regularity. It is one of the most universally hated parts of a therapist's job. What is it? Calling child protective services.Here's why: Helping teens grow and...
People have a hard time believing marijuana is addictive. Indeed, for many people it is not. It is similar to alcohol in that most people who use it do not become dependent. Most can use it in a social, recreational situation. However, like alcohol, there are some...
Occasionally you need to come down hard on your child for a transgression, but if you are doing this daily then you are an ineffective disciplinarian. Sure you might be getting compliance. People will comply out of fear. Given the first opportunity though, they will...
This summer can be amazing with your teenager! You can help him grow and develop his character. You will have to be an intentional parent, but you can do it! Helping teens grow and families improve connection,Lauren Goodman, MS, MFT
One of the simplest things you can do to help your teen combat mild depression is to help them be more selfless. These days the commonly held belief is that we all need to work on ourselves; we need to take time out for ourselves; we need to focus on our own internal...
Hello, I’m Lauren! If you notice your teen struggling, you might be feeling helpless, hopeless, frustrated or concerned as a parent. Try to remember, there is hope. I want to help your adolescent feel better. My hope is for them to enjoy their life again. I want them to feel confident they can handle whatever situations arise.
