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What to Expect at Your First Gynecologist Appointment

The idea of visiting a gynecologist might seem daunting and scary at first. You might feel nervous, and scared to have a doctor’s appointment. We are here to debunk any feelings of restlessness you have, and walk you through the steps of your first gynecology visit! When you first come in, and get signed up […]

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What is Differential Victimization?

While bullying is widespread among high school students, there is now an awareness of “differential victimization” – victimization based on certain shared characteristics of the people receiving harassment. A study has drawn multiple connections between the LGBT community’s harassment during adolescence (mainly high school years), in comparison with mental health conditions. Here are some brief […]

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Teens & “Sexting”

As they grow into adolescence, teenagers face pressure to look cool in both the realms of technology and sexuality. While it is important for teens to learn how to be independent, parents and caregivers play an essential role in guiding them through these areas of exploration. They may think they know it all, but teens […]

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Blue Light and Sleep

These days, it’s hard to escape from screens – we’re on phones, laptops, tablets, or watching TV all hours of the day and night. But what happens when we bring these screens into the bedroom? The effects of TVs on sleep for teens have been well documented – the light from the screen can prevent […]

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Communicating with your Teen about Healthy Dating Relationships

During adolescence, peers are incredibly important to a young person’s emotional growth and “connectedness” – being a part something bigger than just their family. This is a natural part of the developmental process that eventually leads to adulthood. For some teens, relationships with friends can develop into romance. While we all remember how exciting a […]

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Adolescent Development & Changing Relationships

As children grow into teens and young adults, parents often struggle with their changing relationship. It may seem like teens start to distance themselves for no reason, but it’s actually an important developmental stage. During childhood, children rely on their parents for almost everything, including social support. However, as teens gain a sense of independence, […]

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Opening lines of communication with your teen

Teens don’t easily open about what is going on in their lives. However, open communication with teens is a vital part of their relationship with you and is a key factor in your ability to support them. Here are some tips adapted from Time Magazine about improving parent-child communication. Create talking rituals: Pay attention to […]

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Is lifting weights a good idea for girls?

The short answer is, yes! Lifting weights is a great idea for girls. Both boys and girls can benefit from a regular exercise program including aerobic activity, weight training, and stretching. Lifting weights can help build muscle strength and tone. Lifting also works to strengthen your bones and your heart, and can boost your energy […]

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Dealing with Athletic Injuries

Other than sitting on the sidelines, there’s really no way to avoid some risk of injury as an athlete. You can, however, reduce your risk of getting seriously hurt. And if you are hurt, you can make sure you take the right steps to get treatment and return to your sport as soon as possible. […]

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