Self-harming is often associated with depression, poor self-esteem, weakness and the feeling of being overwhelmed. Take note that when the cause of such condition is emotional, it should be dealt as soon as possible. Generally, counseling as well as therapy enables the person to process their behavior, and work for a successful modification approach.

Although there are the medical teams that are making sure that kids are well, parents should know the common metabolic imbalances in wilderness camps, which somehow affect the normal functioning and other injuries. Here are some of them: - Dehy

Having an identity or to be recognized and accepted by their other peers is a major issue for most teenagers. But what is the real meaning of identity? Personal identities represent who we are and how we conceive ourselves. An identity consists of per

Who are at risk in failing school? These kids usually have: - attention problem when they were little - absenteeism - multiple retentions in grade - behavior problems - lack of connection with the school - no self-confidence - limited future goals

Who are the middle adolescents or teenagers? They are kids ages 15-18 and they undergo physical growth and personality changes. With their obvious biological transformation comes the self-concept. So how do these teenagers perceive themselves? - Identity formation

Parents always see to it that homework is done before anything else. Although teenagers already acquired a pattern in doing them, there are some instances that may disrupt the cycle. For example, they are interested into cheerleading. How will they make compromises between homework and practice. One way to settle this issue is to discuss your teenagers' schedule.

What is permissive parenting? It is when parents tend to give teenagers what they want, but within limits, of course. Limits or boundaries are the keys to successful parenting these days. Here are some other kinds of permissive parents: 1. General Confus

Teenagers are triggered by hormones, which basically affect their behavior. But what defines behavior? The following are examples: 1. Arguing with parents and other adults 2. Actively rebelling or defying 3. Losing one's control and temper 4. Refusing to o

There is no doubt that alcoholism impairs the brain. Because it: 1. affects the central nervous system 2. changes in the hear-functioning, blood supply and metabolism 3. interferes with vitamin B1 absorption of the brain 4. results to  poor nutrition 5. causes dehydration, which may result in wastage of brain cells 6. leads to accidents directly affecting the brain

Alcoholism has been a hard issue for parents and their teenagers. But there are many ways to confront this problem. It start with good parental role modeling, and other factors such as: 1. A supportive and loving home 2. Educational programs on alcoh