Social media and teen mental health can interact in complicated ways. Online spaces may provide connection and belonging while also increasing comparison, pressure, sleep disruption, or exposure to harmful content. Learn what parents should watch for and how to talk with teens without turning every conversation into a phone battle.

Back-to-school anxiety in kids and teens can look like worry, irritability, stomachaches, sleep problems, or avoiding school altogether. Learn why the transition can feel so overwhelming, what parents can do at home, and when additional mental health support may help.

School refusal and anxiety can look like stomachaches, tears, panic, repeated requests to stay home, or difficulty entering school. Learn what may be driving school avoidance, how parents can respond without shame, and when professional support may help your child return to school more confidently.