Simple and Fun Budgeting Activities for High School Students
Give your teen a head start for financial success — and spark his or her interest, too — with these fun budgeting activities for high school students.
New Year’s Resolutions for Teens
These improvement goals can be positive growth opportunities. Here's how parents can help with New Year's resolutions for teens in four areas: weight, money, grades and friends.
Tips for Your Daughter’s First Gynecologist Appointment
It can be tricky for parents to know protocol when it comes to that first gynecologist appointment. Here's what you need to know – plus special tips for dads.
Teenagers and Piercings: What You Should Know
When done correctly, body and facial piercings can enhance one's sense of self, but is it safe and what should parents know if their teen wants one? A local artist weighs in.
Tips on How To Connect With Your Teenage Son
Do you ever find yourself wondering how to connect with your teenage son? Here are nine tips from a therapist.
10 Michigan and Detroit Urban Legends to Spook Your Teens
We may not be Transylvania, but Detroit urban legends abound in our neck of the woods. Share a few with your older kids to make their skin crawl – just a bit.
12 Categories of High School Cliques, Identified
A lot's changed since you ran with your friend crew. Research now finds 12 distinct high school cliques. Learn about them and where they rank in the hierarchy.
Boys’ Wet Dreams: How to Deal With This Part of Life
It's totally natural but can be an uncomfortable thing to address with your son. A local expert offers advice on how to handle boys' wet dreams.
Why Perfectionism in Girls is so Pervasive – and How to Change It
Perfectionism is ramping up among all kids, but girls seem to fall deeper into the pit. Here's why our daughters are wracked with self-criticism – and what we can do.
How to React if You Find Out Your Teen is Sexually Active
Finding out your teen is sexually active isn't something most parents look forward to. Learn how to put the brakes on underage sex and cope if it happens.
What’s a ‘VSCO Girl’ (And Why Are Your Kids Mocking Them)?
The trend is all over social media and features fashion laden with scrunchies, friendship bracelets and pricey brands. Have you heard of it?
Are Today’s Teens Taking Longer to Grow Up?
Fewer teens are getting their driver's license, for example, one study finds. Find out why and get tips for helping your teens become more independent.