Between Childhood and Adolescence: Why the Transition to Middle School Is So Hard
The move from elementary school to middle school is one of the biggest transitions in a child’s life, yet it…
When Kids Grieve: Helping Children Cope With the Loss of a Grandparent or Loved One
The death of a grandparent or close family member is often a child’s first experience with grief. While adults may…
Growing Up in Real Time: Supporting Teen Boys Through Puberty
Puberty is one of the most intense periods of change a person experiences, yet it is often discussed far less…
Social Media on Pause: What Australia and Denmark’s Child Safety Policies Can Teach Us
Around the world, countries are reevaluating how social media affects young people’s mental health. While platforms offer connection and creativity,…
Missed Signs: Why Girls and Women Are Often Underdiagnosed in Mental Health
Mental health challenges do not affect everyone in the same way, and they rarely present with identical symptoms across genders….
Mapping the Mind: How Feeling Wheels Help Teens Build Emotional Awareness
Teens today face an overwhelming mix of academic expectations, social pressures, and rapidly changing emotions. Yet many young people struggle…