Most teenagers know what it feels like to be sad, anxious, or stressed. But do they know what it means to truly flourish? The field of positive psychology offers evidence-based strategies that can help teens not just survive their formative years, but thrive during them. This article explores the groundbreaking research from leading happiness scientists […]
Choosing a career as a teenager can feel overwhelming. With over 900 career options available and pressure to “figure it all out,” many teens struggle with this major life decision. The good news? We don’t need to have our entire future mapped out perfectly. What we need is a strategic approach that helps us discover […]
Teenage attitude can feel like a personal attack. One moment your child is laughing with friends, showing respect to teachers, and being helpful to neighbors. The next moment, they’re rolling their eyes at you, complaining about everything, and treating you like the enemy. If you’re wondering why you seem to get the worst behavior from […]
Parenting is one of the most complex and demanding journeys we undertake. While rewarding, it can be overwhelming, especially when navigating the turbulent waters of raising teens. Ensuring teens understand boundaries, develop responsibility, and foster self-awareness without resorting to excessive punishment is vital for their growth. The solution? Focusing on appropriate consequences rather than punitive […]
It can be frustrating and disheartening as a parent or educator when a teen seems unmotivated or uninterested. The truth is, it’s not that they don’t care about anything; they may not care about the things we want them to care about. Teens are navigating a crucial stage of development where independence and self-identity take […]
Navigating life with ADHD can be incredibly challenging, especially for teens and young adults who are working to establish productive habits, achieve academic or work success, and build meaningful relationships. With approximately 9.8% of US children and adolescents being diagnosed with ADHD (roughly 6 million individuals), it’s clear that providing effective support is vital. One […]
When we talk about criminal justice, it’s common to focus on what went wrong—why offenders commit crimes or return to offending behavior. But desistance coaching shifts the focus to something more inspiring and impactful: what went right. Specifically, why do some offenders stop offending? How can we facilitate that process for teens and young adults? […]
Trauma is an often unseen force shaping the lives of many teens and young adults. For educators, coaches, and youth-serving professionals, understanding trauma’s impact and learning how to support young people through a trauma-informed lens is essential for fostering resilience and well-being. This post dives into the fundamentals of trauma, its many forms, and how […]
Empowering the next generation with psychological resources is one of the most meaningful investments educators and career coaches can make. Burnout is a real and rising challenge among young adults as they transition from school to career. But the science of psychological capital offers hope and direction for those working to build workforce readiness and […]
Career coaching is emerging as a powerful tool for supporting the well-being of teens and young adults as they prepare for, enter, and adapt to the workforce. For educators and youth-serving professionals, understanding the value of career coaching can expand your toolkit, helping you guide young people toward greater resilience, confidence, and engagement in work. […]
