by mhthrive | Feb 22, 2023 | Helping a Loved One, Self Esteem, Trauma
Social media and the internet have opened the door to a dangerous phenomenon called cyberbullying. Students have been given access to view their peers’ and total strangers’ lives at any given time. This has allowed negative feedback, criticism, and...
by mhthrive | Feb 15, 2023 | Family Issues, Helping a Loved One, Substance Abuse
If you are wondering if your teenager may be smoking weed, you are likely experiencing high levels of stress and concern for their well-being. This concern is not misplaced, as regular use of marijuana in teens can cause potentially irreversible damage. Smoking weed...
by mhthrive | Jan 18, 2023 | Family Issues, Helping a Loved One
Raising kids can be extremely rewarding. It can also be frustrating and exhausting. While they can bring indescribable joy to your life, kids can also test your patience and your ability to manage them. Unfortunately, kids aren’t born with a “how to parent me”...
by mhthrive | Nov 9, 2022 | Adolescent Treatment, Helping a Loved One, Mental Health, Self Esteem, Stress
Tееnаgе rеbеllіоn іѕ аn асt оf hіghеѕt аѕѕеrtіоn оf independence and lіttlе adherence to раrеntаl advice during thе tееn уеаrѕ оf a child’s life. It іѕ саllеd a “rеbеllіоn” because іt leads to an intense соnfrоntаtіоn bеtwееn thе teen аnd their раrеntѕ. Teenage...
by mhthrive | Sep 29, 2022 | Family Issues, Helping a Loved One, Relationship Issues
Early adulthood is a time of great excitement. We perceive the future as infinite and brimming with opportunities and success. It’s a phase of intense experimentation. Midlife is considered as ages from 40 through 55, with some wiggle room on either side. Midlife...