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New Year’s Resolutions for Teens

Heidi Smith Luedtke -
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.
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Tweens & Teens

Cutting Off Cuddles: When Kids Don’t Want to Give Hugs Anymore

Amanda Rahn -
When kids don't want to give hugs anymore, it's important to let them take the lead on giving hugs and kisses — or not.
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Tweens & Teens

How to Deal with Self-Absorbed Teens

Emily Morman -
Does your kid think the world revolves around them? Here's what's going on with self-absorbed teens — and what parents can do to address it effectively.
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Tweens & Teens

Teenagers and Piercings: What You Should Know

Christina Clark -
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.
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Tweens & Teens

Why Do Teenagers Swear?

Gina Roberts-Grey -
So why do teenagers swear — and what can parents do to stop it? Gain some insight and help your child clean up his or her language (sans soap).
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Tweens & Teens

10 Michigan and Detroit Urban Legends to Spook Your Teens

Christina Clark -
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.
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What Are the Warning Signs of Teenage Suicide?

Stacey Winconek -
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Why Girls Hide Their Periods From Their Parents

Christina Clark -
Periods can be awkward. Sometimes so much so that girls will hide them. Find out why girls hide their periods and how you can help.
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YMCA’s Youth in Government Helps Kids Find Their Civic Voices

Claire Charlton -
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How to Properly Shave: Tips for Tweens and Teens

Kristen J. Gough -
Kids facing a hairy situation? Here is some advice for boys and girls on how to properly shave when they're ready to tackle razors.
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Tweens & Teens

What to Do if Your Child Enters Puberty Early or Late

Amanda Rahn -
The only thing more confusing than puberty is when puberty out of sync. Here's a look at why it can happen and how to help your son or daughter in the process.
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Helping Teens That Are Adjusting to a New Sibling

Jessica Cohen -
Being parent to a later-in-life child can be tricky when you've already got older kids. Here's how to assist teens that are adjusting to a new sibling.
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