Depression is a type of health condition that can take a significant toll on one’s life and teens who struggle with mental health concerns might not know how best to manage the challenges involved. Studies indicate that similar issues may cause youthful individuals to...
Year: 2022
What is a mandatory reporter, and who are they?
In Washington, and throughout the United States, there are many people who hold positions of authority or supervision over your child. In certain situations, the actions of such people might intersect with legal issues that your family is experiencing, if you have a...
Possible red flags of troubling behavior
It is no secret that most teens may experience a variety of changes as they age, and they might not always know how best to handle this process. While change may simply be a natural part of growing up, youths who struggle to deal with the issues they experience may be...
Addressing juvenile drug possession charges
It might not be uncommon for many teenagers to feel somewhat adventurous at times and wish to try out new things. While this desire could simply lead to a change in hobbies or extracurricular activities, sometimes outside influences could promote behaviors that might...
Better understanding minor in possession charges
While underage alcohol consumption remains a major concern for many youths, this might not always be the only alcohol-related offense teenagers might face. In some cases, simply being in possession of alcohol may be enough to leave a youthful party facing serious...
Juvenile offenders often have severe mental health needs
Criminal charges have the potential to bring severe consequences no matter the age of the individual facing the allegations. When minors are facing criminal allegations, the rest of their childhood could be at stake, as well as their future interests as adults....
Protecting against the trials of teenage dating violence
While youths may form numerous bonds during the teenage years of life, they might not always fully understand how to create healthy relationships or grasp how an unhealthy situation might impact their futures. Teenage dating violence is a type of issue that remains a...
Benefits of cognitive behavioral therapy for teenagers
The teenage years of life are a time when many youths might experience a variety of changes and a multitude of emotions. Any challenges that arise during this period could influence the decisions a young person makes and sometimes their actions might not always align...
Addressing substance abuse by identifying teen drug paraphernalia
Substance abuse is a type of issue that could have a detrimental effect on individuals of virtually any age. However, while adults may be more aware of the impact of their decisions, teenagers might not always understand the risks involved. Parents in Washington who...
Addressing the topic of juvenile theft
While most youths might understand that stealing an item from a store or another party is wrong, they might not always be aware of the repercussions such an action could bring. Even if an incident of theft involves an inexpensive item, the legal consequences could...