It can be confusing and painful for a parent to witness their child acting out, withdrawing, or becoming difficult to reach. Often, these behaviours appear to come out of nowhere—unexpected outbursts, refusal to follow rules, or sudden drops in motivation and self-control. But underneath these changes, there may be deeper issues at play. Children rarely…
We often picture summer break as a laid-back time with plenty of sun and fun. But for parents of a teenager grappling with serious emotional, behavioural, or mental health issues, the summer months can feel more like an impending storm. Without school routines and consistent oversight, children may become more vulnerable to negative influences or…
Parenting a teenager can be challenging at the best of times—but when verbal abuse becomes part of your daily reality, it can feel overwhelming, confusing, and emotionally draining. Name-calling, yelling, manipulation, and belittling comments are not just expressions of frustration—they’re forms of emotional abuse that can fracture family relationships and affect everyone involved. For family…