“Negative thoughts or feelings about themselves” are one of the top causes of teen stress. How can parents protect their kids from the trap of self-judgment and self-criticism? Instead of trying to build self-esteem, we can teach teens how to practice self-compassion.
Read MoreNumerous studies have shown us that in the last two years teens are struggling with shifts in school, pressures from COVID19 changes, and social media anxiety. Recently an insightful New York Times article by Matt Richtel cited some of those struggles and the rise of depression, self-harm, and suicide among teens.
