Help Break The Cycle: Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

Actress Taylor Armstrong from the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills has been speaking out about her marriage to an abusive husband. But adults aren’t the only ones who experience domestic violence (DV) and abuse—more and more teens seem to be having troubling relationships filled with anger and problems. In stark contrast to the romantic vibe of Valentine’s Day, two years ago February became the official teen DV month. One in [...]

 

Teen Vs. Parents on Facebook: Friends or Snoops?

A hidden diary under a mattress seems to be an outdated way to capture a day in the life of a teen.  With 20 million Facebook users under the age of 18, teens are relying on Facebook to spill their guts and communicate with friends. The biggest Facebook conflict in many homes may be avoiding the “friend” request from your parents, or changing your privacy settings to prevent your mom [...]