Your parenting style can make a huge difference in your teen’s safety once he or she gets behind the wheel of a car. (more…)
Your Teen
Welcome to the teenage years! Emotions run high for both parents and children. Our experts will guide you through this emotional roller coaster. It will be a few thrilling years.
Keep Teen Drivers Safe
Sunday, March 7th, 2010Earlier Bedtimes May Fend Off Teen Depression
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010A new study shows that one key to having happy, healthy and less depressed children is to have earlier bedtimes. (more…)
More Teens Texting While Driving
Monday, February 15th, 2010
One third of teens ages 16 and 17 say they have texted while driving a new study shows. That same study also shows that 48 percent of teens aged 12 to 17 say they have been in a car while the driver was texting. (more…)
Kids Using Media Almost 8 Hours a Day
Wednesday, January 27th, 2010If your child seems to be watching TV, playing video games or on the computer a lot, they are not alone. (more…)
Puberty May Trigger Sleep Apnea in Overweight Kids
Tuesday, January 12th, 2010Teenagers who are overweight or obese have an increased risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea. (more…)
New Texas Laws Impact Teens, Parents
Tuesday, January 5th, 2010New laws are in effect in Texas that requires some teens who use tanning beds to have parent signed permission slips. (more…)
Teen Marijuana Use Could Have Lasting Effects on Mood, Anxiety
Wednesday, December 30th, 2009Marijuana use among teens could trigger neurological changes in the developing brain that lead to increased anxiety and stress levels that could persist into adulthood, new animal research suggests. (more…)
Nearly 1 in 3 Older Teens Gets ‘Sexting’ Messages
Monday, December 21st, 2009A new report shows that 30 percent of 17-year-olds who have cellphones say they have received “sexting” photos or video messages. (more…)
Parental Monitoring Can Curb Teen Marijuana Use
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009Parents who are involved in their teens day to day activities and have strong anti-drug views can be effective in reducing their children’s marijuana use. (more…)
Sex Infections Still Rising, Especially in Teens
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009Sexually transmitted diseases continue to rise according to the latest study by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (more…)
