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Fix-itis

Parents are often so involved in helping their teens succeed that they go into fix-it mode, or “fix-itis.”

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The Gift of Failure

What happens when we rescue teens? Without natural consequences, there is no motivation to change their pattern.

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What Are Sensory Issues?

Sensory issues are a fairly common diagnostic indicator for many different conditions, but most people are not entirely aware of what this actually means.

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blog Lianna Tsangarides, LCSW blog Lianna Tsangarides, LCSW

Building Independence in Your Teen

The transition from the teen years to young adulthood and the independence that comes with it can be a rocky road. How can you as a parent help with this process?

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How DBT Helps Teens with PTSD

Many people associate PTSD with people who have served in the military and experienced combat, but anyone can experience trauma, including teens.

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blog Catherine Meneses-Matthews, LMSW blog Catherine Meneses-Matthews, LMSW

Why Some Diagnoses Aren’t Forever

Some diagnoses are indications of conditions that have always been and will always be present. However, this is not the case for all forms of diagnosis.

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