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July 25, 2010

The BFF Guide for Girls: Qualities of Lasting Friendships

Teenage girls need the loyalty and support of a Best Friend Forever. In order to have one, a teen girl needs to know the qualities of true friendship.

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July 14, 2010

Digital Drugs: Another Concern for Parents

Since Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon" and other classic sound-filled recordings, people have been lured by sound manipulation. Is this new trend safe?

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July 11, 2010

Great Gift Ideas for New Teenage Girls

Buying gifts for new teens can be rewarding and fun. Gift buyers and recipients appreciate these celebratory experiences.

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July 10, 2010

Biting is Becoming the New Teen Fad

Teens are expressing feelings for one another in a new way. The way is emulating vampires and biting one another.

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June 8, 2010

Skate 3 Video Game Review for Parents

Skate 3 is a creative teen game with minimal video game violence that allows players to do realistic skateboarding tricks in a customized, virtual world.

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June 2, 2010

Parents Can Reduce Household Stress During GCSE Revision

The stress of GCSE exams can permeate an entire household. Parents can reduce the burden on teens with supportive measures in the home.

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May 25, 2010

Teen Video Game Obsession — A Parent’s Guide

Overcoming teenage video game obsession can be a challenging part of parenting - what are the warning signs of this unhealthy addiction?

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March 24, 2010

Teens and Alcohol Abuse

Teen binge drinking is prevalent in virtually every western culture. Research is mixed about whether allowing children to drink at home helps prevent teen alcohol abuse.

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March 14, 2010

Is the Medical Marijuana Debate Affecting Teens?

With marijuana use amongst teenagers on the rise for the first time since the peak of the 1990s, prescription meds are being seen by teens as safer alternatives.

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March 7, 2010

Rites of Passage in a Modern World

Rite of passage customs have been formally recognized throughout history. However, there is a dire need today for a formal practice for initiating youth into adulthood.

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