Students will likely feel a sense of relief once their college application has been formally filed, following the time and effort spent researching institutions, taking entrance exams, and composing essays. The alleviation could be instantaneous but also temporary. The next process of applying to college is the waiting phase, which can be arduous. It can…

Teenagers should intake adequate amount of vitamins daily. There are minerals and vitamins for teens which help in making the right choice always. Healthy teens usually need supplements, fresh fruits and vegetables in their regular diet. Some people want to know- Do Teenagers Need Vitamins Daily? The answer is obviously yes. Teenagers regularly need good…

E-cigarette usage is hazardous for children, adolescents, and young adults. Most e-cigarettes contain nicotine. Nicotine is extremely addictive and detrimental to teenage and early to mid-20s brain development. E-cigarettes may contain hazardous compounds in addition to nicotine. Nicotine in vaping devices exposes adolescents to various long-term impacts, including mental problems, diminished impulse control, and addiction.…

It is important for parents to take the time to educate themselves about the challenges that they will likely face when they are raising their children. If they know what is going to happen, they should be ready for it and always be ready to solve the issues.  It is important to note that although problems…

Acne is a common skin condition that tends to affect teens, but it can also have an effect on adults. The condition is characterized by red, sore spots found mostly on the face, but they can also be found on the back, chest, and neck. How does acne affect teens? We all know that the…

The Negative Effects of Celebrity Culture Fame is the main reason that drives celebrity culture and is associated with status, wealth and perception of the ‘perfect’ body. Unfortunately, the most dramatic effect celebrity culture has on our children is their relentless desires for popularity and to live exactly like their celebrity idol. Many children learn…

Dr. Wes: The last day of school is just weeks away. If you’re a senior (like Miranda!) your high school days are even fewer in number. So what’s on your teen agenda for summer 2012? If the answer is limited to video games, sleep and general mayhem now are the time to plan a summer overhaul.…

So I had lunch with both kids today, and while the details of lunching with 5th-grade boys truly brought tears to my eyes more than once (with laughter), I wanted to note this little exchange I had with Sophie for the record books…  when I lunch with Ezra, I’m more like an audience for his…

When you have teenagers, discipline takes on a whole new meaning. As do the ‘crimes’.  I mean, when they were little, it was time out, and it could be multiple times a day.  Some days I wished someone would put me in time out.  In our house, they would get the occasional swat on the butt. (I…