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Expert warns parents about social media's impact on youth mental health at Westerville school event

Dr. Michael Flores spoke to students and parents at Minerva Park Middle School about the daily impacts he observes social media having on young people. Read More

Parents Say Teens are Checked Out and Need Mental Health Support, According to New Report

78% say their teen would - or might - benefit from mental-health support. Parents want active, real-world help: 89% agree more outdoor/physical activity would benefit their teen, and 86% say hands-on ... Read More

How dads’ stress and mental health can influence their children’s development

The 74 reports that fathers' stress and mental health significantly impact their children's development, highlighting the need for awareness and support. Read More

Online parent help program leads to less-anxious, happier children

Providing parenting help through schools led to a significant reduction in anxiety and behavioral problems among children, according to the results of a national study. Read More

Online connections hold double-edged impact on teen mental health, study finds

While adolescents and teens around the world are more socially connected than ever through online social networking sites, they also report more feelings of depression, anxiety and related mental ... Read More

Warning Signs Parents Ignore: Is Your Child Struggling With Anxiety Or Depression?

Children experience many emotions—happiness, excitement, frustration, sadness, and fear—just like adults. But when these emotions become persistent and start interfering with their daily lives, it may ... Read More

Your type of depression could shape your body’s future health

Different types of depression affect the body in different ways. Atypical, energy-related depression raises the risk of diabetes, while melancholic depression increases the likelihood of heart disease ... Read More

A 25-year study reveals how empathy is passed from parents to teens to their future children

(THE CONVERSATION) Our 2024 research found that parents who express empathy toward their teenagers may give teens a head start in developing the skill themselves. In addition, adolescents who show ... Read More

How parents can talk to their kids about cyberbullying

Cyberbullying -- it’s a problem our kids are facing more and more that many of us didn’t have to deal with growing up. 46% of kids and teens have experienced cyberbullying. Many of today’s parents ... Read More