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What to Do If You Think You’re Causing Your Teen’s Mental Health Struggles

How to Support Your Child’s Mental Health If your teen is struggling with their mental health, it’s natural to question what may have caused their struggles. As a parent, you may worry that your actions, your own struggles with mental health, or something else you did may have contributed to your child’s challenges. While it’s…

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Types of Neurodivergence Explained

Neurodivergence isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a real and important aspect of human diversity. While neurodivergence is often associated with conditions like autism and ADHD, it actually encompasses a wide range of neurodevelopmental variations that exist on a spectrum. For teens, understanding different types of neurodivergence can help them better appreciate their own experiences…

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Neurodiversity Explained: What It Is & Why It Matters

In conversations around mental health or developmental disorders, you might have heard the terms “neurodivergence” or “neurotypical” being used. These terms are relatively new — a sociologist coined them in the late 1990s — and if you’re unclear on what they mean, you’re not alone. For parents, understanding what neurodivergence is, as well as identifying…