Teen Counseling at Serenity EFTC provides effective therapeutic services in Broomfield, CO. It will help promote your teens’ identity exploration, self awareness and improve communication.
Social media has its pros and cons for everyone. You’ve probably found yourself losing time to mindless scrolling more than once, or comparing yourself to an influencer or even a friend who posts perfect pictures. But, as an adult, it’s easier to look at those pros and cons and decide how much social media use […]
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It’s easy to think about grief and assume it only occurs when you experience the death of a loved one. But, grief is a normal response to any type of loss — including the loss of a marriage. No one gets married assuming that things aren’t going to work out. You believe you have such
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Conflict is a part of life. Everyone deals with it at some point, whether you’re arguing with a romantic partner, butting heads with a family member, or disagreeing with someone at work. Believe it or not, conflict can actually be a good thing. We’re not all meant to have the exact same ideas. But, conflict
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Relationships should always be considered partnerships. That doesn’t mean you both always have the same responsibilities and expectations. You’re likely to have different strengths and weaknesses, but the relationship itself is equal. Unfortunately, some relationships struggle with power differentials. One person might start to take over more than the other. That person might think they
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Trust is essential in a healthy relationship. Without it, you and your partner will have a very hard time communicating, showing vulnerability, or even confiding in each other. Maybe you have trust issues from a previous relationship that you’ve brought into this one. Or maybe you have a valid reason to be concerned about trusting
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There is actually more going on inside your teen’s head than you might think, and a lot of it is quite complicated. Understanding how the teenage brain works and how it differs from adults can make it easier to connect with your teen and empathize with their thought process.
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Social media is a great way to connect with people and keep up with friends and family. It can even be useful for kids and teens as a way to interact with their friend groups and share things within their personal circles. But, for all the positive aspects of social media, the potential risks shouldn’t
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There is no “medical” test that can determine whether someone has Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Unfortunately, that leaves many people going without an official diagnosis for themselves or their children for far too long. While ADHD is often considered a child’s condition, many adults continue to deal with it or get diagnosed at a later age
Teenagers have a lot going on during these developmental years and it can be challenging to have a serious conversation with them about their mental health. Remembering that teen anxiety is common and they won’t always be prepared or forthcoming about talking to you. As a caregiver, it might feel like pulling teeth just to
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How will you know if your teenager is using substances? Remember, you know you them better than anyone; you know their hobbies, habits, and personality. While it’s normal for teens and parents to sometimes clash, at the end of the day, you know what’s “normal” behavior for your child at this age. So, what should
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