Browse by Tags

Eye-rolling serves a variety of purposes, and the meanings behind the mannerism tell us a lot about what it’s like to be a teenager. Read More...

Published Wed, Feb 02 2016 1:15 PM by Motherlode

When your son stays up through the night to text with a buddy who is falling apart, you need to step in. But how? Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 01 2016 3:45 AM by Motherlode

The teen years are characterized by intense and erratic emotions, and teens are pros at dumping them on parents. Read More...

Published Wed, Dec 12 2015 8:13 AM by Motherlode

There aren't many gender differences in meanness. What's different is how girls and boys respond. Read More...

Published Wed, Nov 11 2015 10:34 AM by Motherlode

The reality of death and grief unfold differently for teenagers. Read More...

Published Wed, Oct 10 2015 7:51 AM by Motherlode

When your teenager drops a gossip bombshell, she's giving you an opportunity to talk and connect. Read More...

Published Wed, Sep 09 2015 8:47 AM by Motherlode

Spoiled children like me aren't the problem. It's spoiled children who think they're entitled to their privilege who are trouble. Read More...

Published Sun, Sep 09 2012 5:00 AM by Motherlode