May 20, 2019

Should I limit phone use?

As pre-teens become increasingly involved with friends, they spend more time on the phone. Some make short calls for practical reasons: “When’s the game?” “Do you […]
May 20, 2019

My child feels unpopular. How can I help?

Being part of a group is very important to pre- and early adolescents. They spend a great deal of time thinking about their popularity and the […]
May 21, 2019

What should I do when my child complains about school?

Many kids don’t like school. They complain about the work, the rules, the teachers, the bus ride, their classmates, or homework. Sometimes the problem centers on […]
May 21, 2019

What if my child experiments with alcohol or drugs?

Parents want to believe that their kids won’t try drugs or alcohol. After all, preteens have been constantly exposed to anti-drug messages in school, at home, […]