As the parent of a teenager, you doubtless feel frustrated sometimes. You may be vexed by how much your son or daughter procrastinates. You may worry about their lack of organization. You may lament their lack of impulse control. Well, here’s some good news. The way your teenage son or daughter acts today isn’t how …
The Teen Brain is a Work in Progress. That’s Good News. Read More »
Spring break is quickly approaching, and many students imagine spending the days lounging away, sleeping in until noon, hanging out with friends, and binging on their favorite TV shows. While this time off should definitely include some downtime and relaxation, it’s a good idea not to completely push learning aside. There are plenty of fun …
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As much as you want to protect your child from ever being hurt, that isn’t the way life works. Failures, disappointments, and challenges are going to happen. Instead of wrapping them in a bubble, teach them effective ways of coping with setbacks so they become more resilient. Show them that they are able to grow, …
Failure Isn’t Defeat: Coping with Disappointment Read More »
It’s an all-too-familiar scenario. Following a rough start, your son or daughter has finally gotten into a healthy academic rhythm—studying harder and smarter, bringing home increasingly good grades, feeling more and more confident in their scholastic abilities. And then: The holiday break. Between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, there are some sizable disruptions to your child’s …
The Holidays are Coming! Here’s How to Maintain Academic Momentum. Read More »
