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Social Withdrawal in Kids, Teens May Signal Higher Suicide Risk Later

Posted by [reposted by] Jim Liebelt · February 5, 2024

Published in Families, At-Risk, Culture, Teen Behaviors

According to new research, being socially withdrawn and having physical discomforts such as headaches, nausea or stomachaches as a preteen may boost the risk of having suicidal thoughts by age 16.

Study Suggests Secret for Getting Teens to Listen to Unsolicited Advice

Posted by [reposted by] Jim Liebelt · February 1, 2024

Published in Families, Culture, Emerging Adults, Family Life, Parenting, Teen Behaviors

A new study found teens will appreciate parents’ unsolicited advice, but only if the parent is supportive of their teens’ autonomy.