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There are moments when I look at my teenage daughter and think: "Who is this person, and what happened to the sweet little girl who used to think I was the funniest person on Earth?" There are days when she is thoughtful, funny, affectionate and genuinely wonderful to be around....And then there are other days. Days when I ask a completely reasonable question and receive a look that suggests I have committed a serious international crime.

There are few things more frightening for a parent than realizing that their child has been struggling emotionally and did not feel comfortable telling anyone. Teenagers and young adults may experience anxiety, depression, loneliness, trauma, relationship problems, academic pressure, bullying, substance use, suicidal thoughts, or feelings of hopelessness.

For years, parents have watched their children become increasingly attached to social media. Children check Instagram before school, scroll during homework, watch Reels at bedtime, wake up to check messages and then become upset when a parent asks them to put the phone away.

Now that high school is coming to an end for many kids, they'll have to decide what's next. College? Trade School? Gap Year? Military? Learn how to talk to and collaborate with your teen about their future

A quick story...A boy I work with recently shared with me that his girlfriend broke up with him because her friends believed he was "toxic" (he's not) and that they would ditch her as a friend if she stayed with him. This girl unfortunately has a history of a previous partner cheating on her along with familial stressors and severe anxiety. The boy was confused, angry and sad. Couldn't she just tell her friends to trust and support her?

Written by Licensed School Psychologist and author of Raising Future Adults , David Krasky, Psy.S. Raising a child with a disability — whether diagnosed or still being understood — opens up important emotional moments with your child. As a school psychologist, I want to help you approach these conversations with clarity, compassion, and confidence . Every child is different, and no single script fits all, but what follows gives you a framework to build on, with practical lang

Learning isn’t one thing — it’s a set of processes that let kids understand, use, and transfer knowledge, not just repeat facts on command. Below I explain, in plain language, what the science says about how children form durable learning, how you can teach them to become self-directed learners, and concrete strategies to make sure they learn (not merely memorize). Most children, teens and young adults have shared that most of their learning is actually memorizing and event

Parenting a child with ADHD can sometimes feel like walking through a maze—just when you think you’ve found the right path, another challenge appears. Yet, with the right mindset and evidence-based strategies, children with ADHD can not only manage their symptoms but also flourish. The key lies in finding what works and focusing on strengths , not just struggles. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is not a lack of intelligence, motivation, or potential—it’s a di

According to the National Education Association, special education cuts will negatively impact students with disabilities by potentially decreasing funding, leading to fewer teachers and support staff, and reducing access to essential services like therapy and assistive technology. These cuts can also weaken federal oversight, making it harder to enforce legal protections and ensure schools provide a free and appropriate public education as required by the Individuals with Di

As a school psychologist, one of the most delicate conversations I witness—or am asked to help with—is how to gently raise concerns with friends or family members about a child’s possible developmental, emotional, or learning differences. Whether it’s ADHD, autism, a learning disability, or another neurodevelopmental condition, approaching this subject requires care, empathy, and a deep respect for the parent-child relationship. Most parents are keenly aware of their children