I’m writing this blog 6 months into the COVID-19 pandemic, however, I think this topic is helpful during any time of change, transition, and stress. When things become unpredictable in our lives, adults and children alike experience a desire to have more control...
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Category: Lora Ferguson
How to Talk About “Hookup Culture” with Tweens and Teens
(AKA What the Heck is the Hot Girl Summer Challenge and why is it influencing my teen to want to "hookup"?) If you are like me, you may have little-to-no knowledge about the Hot Girl Summer Challenge that is blowing up on tween and teen social media accounts, most...
Talking With Your Teens and Tweens about Weed
Recently, I have noticed a sharp increase in weed use in my teen clients. Why are teens so likely to smoke? Here are 3 reasons and how you can use these reasons to connect with them more closely about the dangers of weed. IMPORTANT NOTE to parents: These...
Household Chores and Why They Matter for Children and Teens
What characteristics and life skills do you hope your children develop? These are some that I often hear from parents in our workshops and parenting sessions: Responsibility Self-discipline Empathy/Caring Adaptability Accountability...