Screen time isn’t all bad, but too much can affect your mood, sleep, body, and relationships. Here’s how to find balance. General Guidelines for Teens Experts suggest no more than 2 hours of recreational screen…
Starting the conversation is often the hardest part. You could say something like, ‘I need to talk to you about something serious happening at school’ or ‘Someone has been treating me badly and I need…
Boundaries are limits you set to protect your wellbeing, time, and energy. They’re not mean – they’re healthy! Boundaries might sound like: “I can’t hang out today, I need rest,” or “Please don’t share my…
Your privacy online is your right. Here’s how to protect your personal information and control what others see. Use Strong, Unique Passwords Create passwords with a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols. Never reuse the…
Making new friends can feel scary, but it’s a skill anyone can learn! Start by being friendly and approachable – smile, make eye contact, and show interest in others. Join clubs, teams, or activities where…
Bullying is when someone repeatedly hurts you on purpose – physically, with words, or by excluding you. The key word is ‘repeatedly’ – it’s not just one disagreement or one mean comment. Bullying involves a…
Good to know Online friendships can be real and meaningful, but not everyone online has good intentions. Here’s how to tell if an online friend is trustworthy. Good Online Friends: What to know Respect your…
When a friend moves away or goes to a different school, staying close takes more effort – but it’s definitely possible! The friendship might change form (less hanging out, more texting), and that’s okay. Some…
Online bullying hurts just as much as in-person bullying, sometimes more because it feels inescapable. Here’s how to protect yourself. Don’t Respond or Retaliate Bullies want a reaction. Responding often makes things worse. Don’t engage,…
Online bullying (cyberbullying) can feel even worse than in-person bullying because it follows you home and can happen 24/7. If someone is bullying you in group chats, take screenshots before responding or leaving the chat.…
Social media can feel like constant pressure to post, share, and stay visible. Here’s how to resist that pressure and stay true to yourself. Remember: You Don’t Owe Anyone Content Your worth isn’t measured by…
Mean comments about your body hurt deeply because puberty already makes you self-conscious. First, know this: comments about your body are never okay, whether they come from peers, acquaintances, or even family members. Your body…
