Certain situations cause discomfort, stress and, in some cases, even anxiety in young people. One example of this is how much they suffer before, during and after an exam. They think it’s the end of the world if they don’t…
Puberty is a stage that takes places between the ages of 10 and 15, during which one experiences sexual development and the physical changes that mark the passage into adulthood. It’s a time of transformation, and with this in mind,…
Parenting is a challenge. Every day can be exasperating (especially with young children), which is why it’s very hard not to lose your temper when your patience has reached its limit. However, raising your children can become an easier and…
As a parent, you may face the fear that your child will decide to drop out of school. However, the most important thing is not to panic, to listen to them and, if they’ve already done so, to know there’s…
In recent years, the option of shared custody has been included to try to prevent either parent from losing their relationship with their children. After a divorce, one of the biggest concerns, both for parents and for those who make…
Problematic divorce proceedings can be lengthy and emotionally exhausting. With no final sentence or agreements made, both parties lack regulation. To avoid this scenario, there are interim measures for family proceedings. Interim measures are a legal concept that helps those…
When the end of high school is in sight and it’s time for students to decide what they want to do with the rest of their lives… this is a crucial event in anyone’s life. As parents, our desire is…
Our body image is what we think and feel about our body, which may or may not coincide with reality. As adolescence approaches, children pay more attention to their physical appearance and form an opinion about it. That’s why it’s…
We often think children are afraid of taking tests when, in reality, there’s something else going on. In this article, we’ll tell you more about the fear of failure in children and how to keep this from becoming traumatic. Fear…
Being a mother isn’t easy. Sometimes, you don’t have enough time and you miss part of your child’s childhood. Listening to your kids when they’re talking to you will help them develop many aspects of their life. Yet sometimes, parents…
Teachers and parents should discuss bullying with children from an early age. The dialogue will flow a lot easier if you rely on children’s books about bullying. Unfortunately, bullying is one of the topics that most appear in the media…
We’ve seen a troubling increase in cyberbullying among adolescents in recent years. In fact, according to the organization Save the Children, cyberbullying is the most common form of violence among teens. In the United States, 36.5% of middle and high schoolers suffered this…
Harassment is a phenomenon that requires attention and concern since its possible consequences can be devastating. This situation is usually seen as something that happens to other people, but what if your child is the one who harasses other children?…
One of the most important subjects throughout human history, and still a matter of debate nowadays, is human rights. The most important aspect of these rights is acknowledging the rights of children and teenagers. The Convention on the Rights of…
During childhood, children carve out their adult behavior. And this is true when it comes to their sexuality as well. Sexual orientation is the result of each individual’s relationships, circumstances, and way of acting. This is attributed to the relationship…
There’s no doubt that, between the ages of 13 and 16, many changes happen at a physical, hormonal, and mental level. Although it’s believed to be part of the typical “rebelliousness” of this stage, the fact is that insomnia in…
Many parents and teachers have a hard time controlling aggressive behaviors in children. One of the possible reasons why this happens is that, simply, the causes of these behaviors are ignored. On the other hand, it’s true that some adults,…
Without a doubt, you’ve heard about terms like online bullying or cyberbullying. However, there are many other types of crimes that have to do with the misuse of the internet, cell phones, and other digital technologies. In this article, we’ll…
While some parents don’t care about their children’s messy rooms, others try to help their children get organized in all areas of life, including at school. In this article, we share some tips on how to help your children get…
Sleep problems during adolescence can lead to fatigue, poor school performance, moodiness, and even depression. This is a stage when adolescents begin to sleep fewer hours. However, their physiology still requires at least 9 hours of daily rest to maintain…