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.
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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As an adult, you may look back and remember simpler times with minimal worries. Teens often get stereotyped as being lazy or irresponsible, but it’s important to remember that they have struggles of their own. Being a teenager is difficult. It’s a point in life when you have to figure out who you are and
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We live in a society where “perfection” is everywhere. The internet—especially social media — has made it impossible to avoid unrealistic beauty standards and unhealthy body images. While seeing perfectly posed people on Instagram and TikTok can be difficult for everyone, it’s especially problematic for teens’ and body image. Teenagers have so much on their
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Coping with transracial family issues as a parent can be hard to navigate. Adoption is a beautiful and wonderful thing. When you bring a new member of your family home, the last thing you may be thinking about is the color of their skin. The only things that matter are their health and happiness. However,
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Having conversations with your teen that feel productive can be hard some days. There are plenty of stereotypes about caregivers and teenagers butting heads. If you have a teen at home, you probably know that some of those tropes are true! As a parent/caregiver, you might already know that talking to a teen can sometimes
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This winter has seemed longer than past winters due to constant weather changes. If you are experiencing symptoms of Season Affective Disorder (SAD), keep reading. SAD impacts nearly 5% of adults in the U.S. While people have symptoms of varying degrees, some of the most common symptoms include feeling sad, loss of interest, low energy
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