Resources for Families of Teens
Parents tell us...
"Being a teen was hard for me. It could be worse for him."
"Sometimes her dad and I get scared. We worry about her safety and judgment, but want her to have friends too."
"I want him to be independent but he really has no clue what real life is like. As a single parent I want to let him be happy, but I need to know he can take care of himself."
Teen recreation and sports
Sports and recreation are great ways to build independence, confidence, social skills, and a healthy lifestyle. Here are some ideas to support your teen's participation.
Adolescent social-emotional and mental health
Being a teen can be stressful, and sometimes they do not want to talk about it. Here are some resources for helping your teen become a mentally healthy adult.
Learning and education
Before high school comes to an end, find resources and tips on how to make your child's transition from high school to college, training, or work easier.
Transition to adult health care and independent living
This is a long-term process, it doesn't happen overnight. Find tools and resources to help build your child's independence in health care and other areas of life.
Service and emotional support animals
Animals can be a source of emotional and physical support, but they are also a lot of responsibility. Learn more about the types of support animals and what rights and responsibilities come with owning a support animal.
Disclaimer
Inclusion of resources on our site does not imply endorsement nor does exclusion mean we do not think it is valuable. We work to keep our list of resources current and relevant but it is not exhaustive.
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