Teens

Facts about teenage drunk driving

And how to talk to your teen to prevent it from happening.

A young mother and her school-aged son walk along a shady sidewalk having a conversation.

Talking with your child about their mental health

A pediatrician suggests ways to get parents and children communicating about mental health.

Tips to survive sending your child to college

College-bound child? Some tips to survive

We have some supportive thoughts for parents whose children are moving off to college.

Going back to school can literally be a headache

The transition from summer break to classes can trigger headaches. Here’s why and what to do.

Teen acne myths: What you need to know

Learn about teen acne, treatments and why seeking dermatological care is important.

Medium-distance view from the back of a mother sitting at the kitchen table with her teenage boy.

Managing your mental health when your teen has a chronic illness

Caring for a teen with a chronic illness is stressful. Tips for mothers to nurture their own mental health.

Growing teenage girl looking at face in bathroom mirror and struggling with period problems.

When do period problems in teens become PROBLEMS?

If menstrual cycles are affecting a young woman's ability to study or work, it's time to get help.

How much screen time can my child have over the summer?

Now that school is out and the weather is hot and muggy, you may be tempted to relax your family’s screen time rules. Here’s why pediatric nurse practitioner Jasmine M. Terrell doesn’t recommend it.

10 fun summer activities for tweens

Sometimes the simplest ideas make for the best memories for tweens in the summertime.