Feeling unsure about yourself? You’re not alone. Low self-esteem can happen to anyone, but as a teenager, it can hit especially hard. With all the…
Opening up about mental health can be hard, especially with your parents. While it’s natural to feel nervous or unsure about starting the conversation, sharing…
Raising a teen comes with unique challenges, and navigating their mental health is no exception. Adolescence is a time of significant emotional and cognitive growth,…
Understanding and recognizing mental health challenges in teens can feel overwhelming for parents and guardians. Thought disorders, in particular, can be difficult to identify, but…
Learning how to get a teenager to talk about their feelings can feel like navigating uncharted waters—one moment, everything seems calm, and the next, a…
When raising a teenager, it’s normal to experience ups and downs. Adolescence is a time of self-discovery, emotional upheaval, and growing pains. As a parent,…
Art trauma therapy can help teens who have experienced trauma. At Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness (MCAW), we know firsthand the devastating effects of trauma…
Teenage years are a period of significant growth and change, often accompanied by unique challenges and emotional struggles. At the Massachusetts Center for Adolescent Wellness…
Navigating the healthcare landscape as a parent of a transgender teenager can be a challenging yet vital journey toward supporting their well-being and gender identity.…
Family systems theory aims to understand the interactions, patterns, and dynamics within a family unit. It is based on the belief that each individual in…
