Posts Tagged ‘body image’
Technology and Smart Phone Addictions: Its Effects on Teens and Their Development
The technology burst of the 21st century has made access to the internet, social media, and smartphones almost universal, but what happens when we are unable to disconnect from the ever-enticing news feeds, instagram posts, and text messages that our phones provide? According to a 2016 study by Common Sense Media, 50% of teens report…
Read MoreReady for Period Talk? Your Guide to Managing the Infamous Discussion
Mother Nature provides all females with a fantastic little gift one week out of every month – their period. The first time a young girl receives her period can be extremely confusing and scary. However, if you give your daughter a “period talk,” she will be informed about what’s going on and will be able…
Read More7 Tips to Help Your Girl Through Puberty
When puberty hits for tweens and teens, everything changes. This is a stressful time for your girl and you need to be there to guide her along and teach her about the changes she will go through. Her body will start to change, her menstrual cycle will start, and she’ll start to have crushes on…
Read MoreNEDAwareness Week Helps Start the Discussion About Teen Girls and Body Image
Now is the time to talk to your daughter about teen girls and body image issues. As this week is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, you now have a reason to learn about body image concerns effecting your daughter and start a discussion to bring awareness and possibly identify troubling behaviors. Eliminate the excuses Individuals…
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