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Sleep is crucial for teenagers as it plays a vital role in their physical and mental growth. Most teens should get between 8 and 10 hours of sleep per night.2 Unfortunately, research indicates that many teens get far less sleep than they need. However, according to a recent

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Sleep Awareness Month for Teenagers: Why It Matters Each year, March marks National Sleep Awareness Month and it’s more important than ever to make sure your teenager knows why getting enough sleep is essential. Teenagers are overscheduled and under-rested between school,

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Exercise is an important part of staying healthy, and it can be a great bonding experience when done with your teenager. But sometimes it can be hard to get teenagers motivated to get off the couch and into the gym or onto the trail. Exercising with your teen can be good for

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Cooking is an important life skill, and teaching your teenager how to cook is a great way for you to bond. It teaches them essential skills that will serve them well into adulthood and provides a space for meaningful conversations about food choices and healthy habits. It

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Being a parent of a teenager can be a tricky balancing act. You want to make sure your teen is comfortable speaking honestly and openly with you, but you also don’t want them to feel like they have too much freedom. The best way to find this balance is by spending quality

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Have you ever tried to organize a family game night and had your teenager groan in response? If so, you’re not alone! We understand how hard it can be to get your teenager excited about spending quality time with the family, but we also believe it’s important for parents and

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While the teenage years can be a time of growth and exploration, they are also a time when young people may find themselves in their first romantic relationships. It is important for parents to talk to their teens about how to have healthy relationships, both physically and

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Teen dating violence is a serious issue affecting 10% of teens yearly.1 Unfortunately, signs of abuse can be hard to spot, making it difficult for parents to recognize when their teen may be in an unhealthy or dangerous relationship. Fortunately, there are some warning signs

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No one wants to think about their teen or preteen experiencing violence in a relationship. Unfortunately, teen dating violence is an all-too-real problem affecting millions of teenagers yearly. According to the CDC, about 1 in 12 teenagers experience some type of physical or

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You know how it is when your teenager comes home from school and you just can’t seem to get them to communicate with you. You hear a few words, some mumbles, and then they retreat back into their own world. It can be maddening, but don’t worry! Compass could be the answer to

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