Category: Adolescent

Adjustment disorders and behavioral problems: understanding, recognizing and finding help

Everyone goes through moments when everything seems to be getting heavier: a child who cries every morning before school, a teenager who locks himself in his room after a break-up, an adult who can't find the energy to go to work. These situations are part of life, and often temporary. However, when these difficulties cease to be temporary and become part of everyday life - at work, at school, in relationships - they become alarm signals.

Managing back-to-school stress and anxiety

The start of the school year is fast approaching and, with it, a fair share of stress and anxiety for many young people and parents. Between returning to routine, new friendships to form, and academic expectations to meet, this period can be particularly trying. But with the right tools and the right knowledge, it is […]

Back to school and school motivation: how to keep your teen motivated

The start of a new school year is like the start of a marathon that every teenager must run after a summer of relaxation. Remember your own back-to-school experience, when the smell of new notebooks and the anxiety of discovering the list of teachers were the order of the day. As parents, your support is essential to help your child [...]

Adolescents, gender identity and sexual orientation: a current story

Adolescence is a time of transformation and experimentation. It's a time of sexual exploration and self-discovery, but it can also lead to serious questions about identity. This is the case of Sage, a Quebec teenager. From the discovery of his sexual orientation to his questioning of his identity: discover the ordinary story of a unique individual.

Recognizing signs of violence in young and old

Violence isn't just physical. A guide to help young and old recognize the signs of violence, so they can better free themselves from it and counter it.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) in Children and Adolescents: Understanding and Intervening

Does your child or teenager seem to be in constant opposition? Does he or she refuse to obey rules, argue incessantly and constantly challenge your authority? If these behaviors sound familiar, your child may be suffering from Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD).

Mental health: how do I know if my teenager needs help?

Adolescence is a time of transformation and self-discovery that can be difficult for young people and their parents alike. Find out how to tell if what your teen is experiencing is normal, or if you should be concerned.

What if a guidance counsellor was the solution?

The period of adolescence and entry into adulthood is one of great physical, emotional, psychological and social change, during which young people have to take a stand and make important choices. What if a guidance counsellor was the solution?

Better managing young people's use of technology

You won't be surprised to learn that overexposure to screens has several impacts on children. But what is it really?