Teen Life
Questions & Answers
How do I encourage my teen to think about their future?
Many teens can only see as far as the weekend and find it difficult to comprehend how their present affects their future.
My teen sleeps all day, what can I do?
If you are the parent of a teenager, then you are probably all too familiar with your teen sleeping all day. It may be a part of growing up but there are meaures you can take.
Can teen substance use and abuse be prevented?
Make sure that you talk to your child early about what you expect in his behaviour towards alcohol, tobacco and other drugs
What problems can teen substance abuse cause?
Alcohol and drug abuse is a leading cause of teen death or injury related to car crashes, suicides, violence, and drowning.
Tweens & teens: video games-how much is too much?
Sitting at a computer or console for hours on end, seven days a week, whether it's for fun or for work, isn't healthy for anyone, especially not for children.
How should I respond to my child's questions about being gay?
It's common for teens to have questions about their sexuality...