Tip #2- Teens and children can feel they have some control over the situation when they can do something to help. They can learn to make home-made gifts for birthdays. In fact, sometimes those end up being the most precious for parents. Commentary by Margaret Murchan, LCSW
As adults we certainly have concerns over the current the effect on our own household budget. We have had to scrimp and save and have even had to work hard to keep our jobs. So how do we help our children during this tough time? how do we keep them somewhat sheltered from the grim […]
Another factor is separating out sadness and depression. Sadness (or grief) is a natural response to loss and the symptoms may seem the same as depression. The major difference with depression is that the person feels that there is something wrong with themselves, “no one likes me, there is something wrong with me.” That usually […]
Excerpt from “99 Tips for Talking with Your Teenager“ Tip #36: If you are concerned, call a professional, such as ACS, to get an opinion. Professionals can help you because of their experience and because they are more removed from the problem than you as a parent. Commentary from Margaret Murchan, LCSW: Teenage depression is […]
When determining consequences, it is a good idea to consider those related to the broken rule, that are short term, and that are given immediately. For example, if you teen comes home an hour late one night, you may consider giving them the consequence that they cannot go out the next night, or they will […]
Some parents are resistant to providing structure for their teens. Some may believe that setting limits and providing consequences will turn them into police officers in their own home. Some feel like they are being too harsh on their teens, others may believe that providing limits will create resentment or drive a wedge in their […]
