by missionwv | Jun 18, 2026 | Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
Parental support is vital for teens navigating the complex and often overwhelming changes of puberty. As children undergo significant physical, emotional, and social transformations, guidance and understanding of their parents become essential in helping them feel...
by missionwv | Jun 18, 2026 | Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
All of the drastic changes in their bodies, moods, desires, and thoughts may be difficult to cope with – for both kids and their parents. It is common for teens to be overwhelmed easily during this developmental period or appear irritated and withdrawn from family...
by missionwv | Jun 18, 2026 | Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
It’s important to start talking with your kids about puberty early. Through social media, TV and other kids, children may learn about sex at a young age. However, the information they receive may not be appropriate or reliable. Get ahead of the conversation by giving...
by missionwv | Jun 18, 2026 | Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
Managing menstrual flow can be challenging for teens. Thankfully, there are several period products to choose from. Deciding which product (or products) to use is an individual decision. Many people use more than one type of product depending on their menstrual flow,...
by missionwv | Jun 18, 2026 | Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
Mindfulness is a type of meditation in which you focus on being intensely aware of what you’re sensing and feeling in the moment, without interpretation or judgment. Practicing mindfulness involves breathing techniques and other practices to relax the body and mind...
by missionwv | Jun 18, 2026 | Parent Resources, Teen Health, THINK Program
Eating disorders are serious but treatable mental and physical illnesses that can affect people of all genders, ages, races, religions, ethnicities, sexual orientations, body shapes, and weights. The three most common eating disorders among youth are anorexia nervosa,...
