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Teen Stress Is Skyrocketing: When Parents Should Seek Help

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Children and Adolescent Counseling, Family Counseling, Teen Counseling, Therapy

Introduction Every generation of parents has worried about their teenagers. Moodiness, slammed doors, the sudden desire to communicate in single syllables. These are the hallmarks of adolescence, and they always have been. But something is different now. And the numbers bear it out. According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 7 children and adolescents …

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Recognizing Autism in Students: Signs, Stress & When to Seek Support

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Children and Adolescent Counseling, Counseling, Mental Health

Introduction Every year on April 2, the world marks World Autism Awareness Day, a global call to deepen understanding, increase inclusion, and strengthen the support systems that autistic individuals rely on every day. This year’s theme, “Autism and Humanity: Every Life Has Value,” affirms the dignity, rights, and inherent worth of every autistic individual, moving …

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Supporting Mental Health on World Down Syndrome Day: A Guide for Individuals, Families, and Caregivers

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Children and Adolescent Counseling, Counseling, Family Counseling

Introduction Every year on March 21, the world pauses to recognize World Down Syndrome Day. The date itself carries meaning. The 21st day of the third month represents the triplication of the 21st chromosome that gives Down syndrome, also known as Trisomy 21, its name. This year’s theme, “Improve Our Support Systems,” speaks to a …

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Teen Dating Violence Awareness: Warning Signs Parents and Teens Need to Know

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Children and Adolescent Counseling, Relationships

Introduction Teen dating violence is a serious and widespread problem affecting young people across Oklahoma and throughout the United States. Despite its prevalence, many parents, educators, and even teens themselves don’t recognize the warning signs until a relationship has become dangerous or damaging. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 …

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Helping Kids Navigate Today’s Digital Life: A Guide for Oklahoma Parents

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Children and Adolescent Counseling, Family Counseling

In the modern era, technology permeates nearly every aspect of childhood. From academic assignments and peer communication to entertainment and creative expression, digital tools exert a profound influence on development. Parents are uniquely positioned to provide guidance that ensures children engage with technology in a safe, balanced, and constructive manner. For many families in Oklahoma, …

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