Parenting Teens
Latest Contributing Articles
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New Website for Word Lovers
When the young adult in the house drops a new phrase, the parents may want to check it out on the web. Best case scenario, it's a fun new word.
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Christmas Gift Ideas for Teenage Girls
Wondering what to buy for a teen girl this Christmas? Holiday shopping for teens can be difficult, so get some great ideas for Christmas gifts for teenage girls!
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Teen and Tween Sex at Alarming Levels
Sociologists have demonstrated many problems for teens having sex. This includes social diseases, pregnancies, and development of intimacy and relationship problems.
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Helping Teenage Girls Deal With Life
Every high school has them, the Queen Bees and the Wannabes. How do teenage girls deal with life in high school? Parents can help girls get through the hardest years.
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Dealing With Cyber-Bullying
What does cyber-bullying look like? What are the dangers with it? Here is information that will help teens and parents when it comes to dealing with cyber-bullying.
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Gothic Teen Myths and Misconceptions
Gothic or "goth" clothing, an eccentric style first created in the 1980s, remains popular with children and adults; as a subcultural fashion trend, it's here to stay.
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Sports for Non-Athletic Teenagers
Regular exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, but for teens who don't do well in competitive sports, finding an activity they enjoy can be challenging.
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House Cleaning Struggles With Teenagers
Keeping teens organized is sometimes harder than cleaning up after them. There are, however, ways for parents to encourage their kids to help out around the house.
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Teen Drug Rehab
There are many programs and centers offering teen drug rehab to teenagers suffering from addiction and problems with substance abuse.
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Teenager Car and Road Safety Tips
Teenage driving can be hazardous if teen drivers are not aware of driving safety measures that can protect them from driving accidents and injury.
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When Teenage Drivers Express Road Rage
Teenagers are impressed by flashy cars, speed & drivers who appear to own the road. Parents prone to road rage set a dangerous example for impressionable young motorists.
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Kids Using Cough Syrup to Get High
Over the past decade, kids as young as 12 have been getting high by downing large amounts of cough syrup; thousands have been hospitalized; some have died.
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College Students, Teens Must Get H1N1 Shot
With all the usual parenting issues swirling around teens and young adults, here's a new concern: the H1N1 swine flu vaccine. Experts say kids under 25 ought to get it.
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Star Wars Halloween Costumes
Looking for Star Wars Halloween costumes? Discover more about Darth Vader, Jedi, Stormtroopers, Princess Leia and Luke Skywalker for kids, teens and adults of all ages.
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A Scavenger Hunt Birthday Party
Teens have moved from standard parties to unique ways to celebrate. The parties don't have to cost much and are as close as the neighborhood.
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Teenagers Coming Out
The future happiness of gay, lesbian, and bisexual youth depends on parental acceptance and support.
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Scary Halloween Costumes
Looking for scary Halloween costumes? Need a costume for trick or treating or a cool Halloween party? Spooky Halloween outfits for teens and adults.
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Family Halloween Costumes
Cute, scary family Halloween costumes for infants, young children, teens and adults. Find spooky Halloween outfits for couples, groups and families - Disney, super hero.
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Gothic Halloween Costumes for Teens
Looking for Gothic Halloween costumes for teens? Find out more about the vampire costume, fairy costume, nurse costume and the bride costume.
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Halloween Costumes for Teenage Girls
Discover Halloween costumes for teenage girls. Select a cool Halloween costume - super hero costumes, Catwoman costumes, Little Dead Riding Hood costumes and more.
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Weird Halloween Costume Ideas
Looking for a weird Halloween costume idea? Find a really scary Halloween costume - little dead riding hood costume, evil jester costume, killer costume and many more.
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Halloween Costumes for Teenagers
Looking for scary Halloween costumes for teenagers? Become a hit at any party with a teen gothic costume, dead rock star costume, superhero costume or zombie costume.
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Initial Teen Driving Skills
Learning to drive can be a daunting experience. Taking it slow can make a difference in how well a teen learns behind-the-wheel skills.
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How to Become Popular in High School
In 1936, Dale Carnegie wrote the ultimate book on popularity. Teens wanting to know how to become popular can use his tips to become irresistible and famous among peers.
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Christmas Presents for Teens
Selecting the right Xmas gift for a teenager can prove elusive. Find out the most popular Christmas presents for teens. Buy that hot Xmas gift that everyone wants.
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Overview of Anxiety Disorder in Teens
There is more pressure on teens today than ever. Anxiety disorder is blanket term for many stress-related conditions that can affect teens due to increased pressure.
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Helping Teens Understand Money
Most teenagers are not aware of many household expenses. While they are not privy to all details, they should be shown some.
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Sexting - What Parents Need to Know
Sexting - the practice of sending sexually explicit messages via cell phone - is a growing trend among teenagers. Sexting can be dangerous... and criminal.
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High Risk Factors for Teens
Research has shown that certain personality traits can lead into high risk behaviors and even into patterns of high risk behaviors with lifelong consequences.
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College Prep for Parents and Teens
Over the years, the college application process has become even more competitive and can often be very overwhelming. Here's a list of ways to simplify the process.
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More Teen Driving Rules
Parents need to clearly spell out their expectations for their teens when it comes to driving, including texting while driving, and what to do if they are pulled over.
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Sex Ed With Dr. Laura Berman
Dr. Laura Berman goes on the Oprah show to educate parents about positive ways to talk to their children about sex. This stirred some controversy.
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