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For some parents, the word “teenager” is synonymous with “caution.” As a parent, you’ve lived through late-night feedings and temper tantrums. Now that your child is entering adolescence, their needs are changing. What early adolescence milestones should you prepare for, and how can you help your teens thrive through them? https://hellodoctor.com.ph/parenting/adolescents/mental-health/teen-mental-health-issues/ You teens will experience […]

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My Child Is Being Cyberbullied - How Do I Intervene?

Trudging between childhood and adulthood – that’s what teens are going through. With all the changes they’ve been experiencing, it’s natural for them to get emotionally stressed. This makes it all the more important for parents to intervene when cyberbullying happens. If you find yourself thinking: my child is being cyberbullied, here’s what you can […]

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How To Manage Teenage Acne: Tips To Beat Skin Breakouts

Teens do not only go through behavioral changes; they also experience physical issues such as skin breakouts. Here are some expert-approved tips to manage and prevent teenage acne. https://hellodoctor.com.ph/skin-health/acne/what-causes-acne/ First, what is acne? Before we list down teenage acne treatments that work, let’s first define acne. Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the […]

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Teenage Circumcision Surgery: A Guide for Parents

Circumcision (Tuli) is a common procedure that most Filipino boys go through in adolescence. What do you need to know about teenage circumcision surgery? Circumcision, an overview Circumcision is a surgery that removes the foreskin or the skin surrounding the head of the penis. In other countries, such as the United States, parents choose to […]

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Things To Discuss Before Your Daughter's First Period

Most girls have their first menstruation (menarche) at 12, but some experience it earlier or later. What things should you discuss before or once your daughter’s first period starts? The “best time” to talk about periods Pre-teen girls are usually shy, so finding the best time to talk about menstruation is tricky. As a parent, […]

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Teen Mental Health Issues - Is Your Child Alright?

Being a teenager is not an easy time. At their age, teens go through a lot of changes in their life, both physical and mental. Dealing with all of these changes can feel overwhelming, and it's not uncommon for teen mental health issues to happen as a result. Read on to learn more about what these […]

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Signs of Bullying in Teenagers That Parents Need to Know

Even to this day, bullying is still a big problem, especially in school. Bullying not only causes students to lose interest in school, but to also causes serious mental health problems. This is why parents need to know the signs of bullying in teenagers as this helps them take steps to help out their child. Signs […]

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex and Consent

In the Philippines, which has a predominantly conservative culture, talking to children about sex is still considered taboo. But knowing how to talk to your kids about sex and consent can set them up to become responsible and respectful adults. It could also keep them safe by knowing how to assert their right to give […]

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Guide for Parents: Signs of Depression in a Teenager

Knowing the signs of depression in a teenager is vital for parents to nurture their adolescent's mental health. The teenage years is a period of transition, from being a kid to a full-blown adult. There are a lot of things that we do as kids that we would have to let go of. These sudden changes […]

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Common Adolescent Health Issues and How Parents Can Intervene

Adolescence is a phase of growth and discovery. It’s when children transition to adulthood. Because this stage calls for a lot of adjustments, it’s not surprising to encounter problems along the way. What are the common adolescent health issues in our country? What can we do to help adolescents cope with these issues? Violence According to the […]

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5 Ways to Nurture a Teenager's Socio-Emotional Development

Many parents want to give their teen the best chances at life by giving them things such as a good education. However, there are other vital aspects, like the socio-emotional development of teens, that require attention. Studies show that socio-emotional development of teens can affect a student’s success in school. However, the idea of social-emotional development may […]