Oftentimes, as parents, we try and shield our teens from our worries or anxieties to help protect them from further stress. However, by being honest about your own feelings and concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic, you are creating a space
Connecting with Teens: Communicate Openly & Honestly
Many of us may be struggling to cope with the uncertainty and the changes that the COVID-19 pandemic brought to us all. Teenagers who were planning for proms, graduations, study abroad experiences, and memories with their friends, are now losing
Connecting with Teens: Help Them Stay Connected with Friends
This may sound counterintuitive for parents wanting to spend more time with their teens during social distancing. However, helping your teen stay in touch with their friends shows them that you are supportive of the things that are important to
Connecting with Teens: Do Things Together!
Many parents of teenagers find that their teens normally have very busy schedules and that time spent with their parents is not always the top priority. Being home with your teen gives you plenty of chances to do things together,
Talking to Teens about Dating: Series Intro
By Eleanor Beeslaar, HRI Graduate Assistant Before you know it, your teen will be entering the dating world. Maybe you’re feeling uncertain or even intimidated when thinking about talking to your teen about dating. Know that these feelings are completely
5 Tips for Building a Healthy Teen Relationship
As a teen, you may be starting to date for the first time in your life, or maybe you’ve been in romantic relationships before, but now you’re starting to build more serious relationships. You may be feeling excited, hopeful, and
New HRI E-Learning Center Program Available: Healthy Relationships for Teens
Respect and Kindness in Teen Relationships
By Eleanor Beeslaar Dating is an exciting and fun part of life! Though there are many different qualities and characteristics that make you attracted to someone, it is important to look for someone who treats you with respect, shows you
Understanding Consent for Teens
By Eleanor Beeslaar A critical part of building a healthy relationship is discussing and practicing consent. When people hear the word “consent” many automatically assume it refers to sexual activity; however, consent is important for many different types of intimate
Trust!
By Eleanor Beeslaar Trust is a key element in building a healthy relationship. When you trust someone, you know that you can depend on them, and you feel safe with them both physically and emotionally. However, the process of building