13-18 years Archives

Sibling bullying versus sibling rivalry

It’s normal for siblings to fight, but when sibling disagreements become abusive, that’s no longer normal behavior, it’s sibling bullying.

Preparing your child for her first period

January 4, 2022/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Development, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight, Teen/by Rise and Shine

If your child is approaching her first period it’s important to provide her with reliable information, because understanding her body will help her make good decisions about health.

Doom and Gloom: COVID-19 fears and January

December 22, 2021/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Coronavirus, Depression, Emotional well being, Emotions and Behavior, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety, Suicide/by Rise and Shine

January tends to be a time when many people feel gloomy. This year, there’s a persisting unwanted and all too familiar stressor: COVID-19.

Helping your child support a friend with mental health challenges

December 16, 2021/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Depression, Eating Disorders, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Friendships, Mood, Parenting, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety, Suicide/by Rise and Shine

Here are some tips for helping your child support a friend with mental health challenges and knowing when to bring in outside help.

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The COVID-19 booster for children: Frequently asked questions

December 9, 2021/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Common Viruses, Coronavirus, COVID Vaccine, Doctor’s Visits, Infections and Illness, Right Highlight, Vaccines/by Rise and Shine

While your child’s original vaccine continues to protect them against severe illness and death, it will wear off a bit over time. A booster shot provides extra protection against COVID-19.