Being a Tween? Or Something More?

Being a Tween? Or Something More?
Is It Tween Angst or Depression? I've been depressed enough times during my lifetime that I can recognize the signs. I know when it's coming on: the hopelessness, the sadness, the craving for ice cream, and the fact that all I... more please

The Rules: When Your College Student Is at Home

The Rules: When Your College Student Is at Home
  When I was 17 I left home and went away to another State to attend college. I was so excited by the chance to actually live away from home, away from my parents watchful eyes. Away from the rules and... more please

When Internet Danger Hits Close to Home

When Internet Danger Hits Close to Home
Internet danger is one of those things that we see on TV and read in the paper and never believe it could touch us so close to home. It happens to other people, other girls, children who don't have involved,... more please

Puberty: When It Happens Too Young

Puberty: When It Happens Too Young
  Girls are reaching puberty way too young these days. There I said it. It’s one of those things that is whispered in the shadows and still has such a stigma attached to it that most parents are in denial that... more please

Oh No! My 12 Year Old Has a Cell Phone

Oh No! My 12 Year Old Has a Cell Phone
Post by Carolyn West When I was 12 the most important thing on my mind was how I was going to afford to buy a skateboard. They were just getting big back then and skateboarding was something done in your driveway,... more please