Kids

Image: iStock Marijuana is a mix of dried leaves, stems, and flowers of the Cannabis sativa or Cannabis indica plant. The most potent ingredient in marijuana is delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, also known as THC. This chemical has psychotropic effects that can change one’s mood and consciousness (1) (2). According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use

Image: Shutterstock Teenage binge drinking in the US has been reported to vary from 11 to 14 percent by various national surveys. The legal drinking age in the US is 21 years, and underage drinking is a major reason for physical, psychological, and social problems in the youth (1). According to the National Survey on

Image: Shutterstock During teenage years, children expect more freedom, and most parents do not mind giving them space. But sometimes, this freedom can go out of bounds, and teenagers might need help. Boot camps for teens may help in such cases. In most cases, at-risk youth are sent to private teen boot camps to remedy

Image: Shutterstock The rebellious attitude in your teenagers may often manifest as anger. Hence, you need to know about anger management in teens to help them navigate their feelings. According to Lauren Allerhand, PsyD, a clinical psychologist at the Child Mind Institute, anger is an important part of our emotional lives and shouldn’t be taken as

Image: iStock Life lessons for teenagers from experienced individuals can deeply impact their thought processes and approaches to various situations. Moreover, with age and maturity, one’s understanding of life becomes more profound. Hence, receiving wisdom from an older individual who has been through similar situations helps offer a different perspective. Teenage is a time of

Image: iStock Migraine is a complex inherited neurological condition. Although commonly associated with adults, it is not uncommon to encounter cases of migraines in teens. This moderate-to-severe headache usually lasts for a couple of hours to several days. It may occur twice to four times per month, severely affecting a teenager’s daily life. Read this

Image: Shutterstock As adults, we may not consider teenage relationships as serious.. Hence, we can ignore or minimize the effects of teenage breakups and deny them the rightful attention. When a relationship ends in ways that were not expected, it can cause immense emotional stress, even among teens. The effects of a breakup may even

Image: Shutterstock Teens and social media have a close association since it is not uncommon to find teenagers spend several hours on social media websites. Teenage social media addiction isn’t a medical condition, but it’s a common problem that can adversely affect teens’ physical and mental health. According to a Pew Research Center report, 95%

These free typing games will help make learning this important skill fun. Photo: BBC Living in today’s digital world, it’s pretty crucial that kids know how to type. But learning this important skill doesn’t have to be a chore—there are plenty of fun ways to log some online typing practice hours. Here are 10 typing

Because it’s impossible to play with your kid all day long. Photo: @SueWhite on Instagram Four-year-old James doesn’t like to play alone. “He enjoys Lego and building toys, but even then he seems to want an adult to play with him,” says his frustrated mom, Lori Hogan. “He wants to show us his progress every

The federal government made a commitment to significantly reduce child care fees by the end of 2022. Here’s how much you can expect to save. Last year, when the federal government announced its plans for an ambitious Canada-wide child care plan, parents were cautiously optimistic. Could this crucial and long-overdue dream finally become a reality?

At least 20 countries around the world have reported unusual cases of acute hepatitis in children. Should Canadian parents be concerned? The headlines are scary. Kids around the world are getting hepatitis and no one knows why. At least 20 countries have reported unusual cases of acute hepatitis in children in recent months, prompting health

It’s been more than two years since the pandemic began and while every other age group has had the opportunity to be vaccinated, parents of kids in Canada, the U.S. and elsewhere are still waiting for a COVID vaccine for kids under 5. For many parents, it’s been a nervous few months. “The vast majority of

Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can affect people of all ages. The condition is brought by a physical or emotional traumatic experience or a series of traumatic events. People affected by PTSD are troubled by disturbing thoughts, memories, and flashbacks, and associated thoughts for weeks,

Image: Shutterstock It is important for teens to have some hobbies. A hobby helps in relieving stress and, if nurtured, can serve as a fun relaxation activity too. Drawing is a great pastime for tweens and teens. It is cheap, accessible, and there is no limit to creativity. They can explore the entire universe and

Image: Shutterstock Brownies, cookies, cakes, and pizzas are favorites for most children. But one thing that they enjoy more than eating is baking. Baking recipes for kids can encourage their creativity and imagination. To help along, we bring you some irresistibly delicious and sweet baking recipes that need fewer ingredients and easy baking. Delicious Baking

Why should kids have all the fun? Here are some great April Fool’s Day gags that will get the whole family laughing. Make this April Fool’s Day one your family won’t forget when you “foolify” your gang’s morning routine. These time-tested gags are safe, easy to do and guaranteed to garner giggles from your troops.

If you’re looking to pack their baskets with goodies that go beyond the basic chocolate bunnies and cream eggs, look no further than these sweet Easter gifts. 1. Sweet Springtime Lantern Photo: Lantern Lands $20, mastermindtoys.com 2. Unicorn Horn Sidewalk Chalk Photo: Twee $22, babycharlotte.com 3. Cottonball Rabbit Family Photo: Li’l Woodzeez $35, toysrus.ca 4. Sprinkled

The founder of The Caring Society opens up about her journey, the achievements she’s most proud of and why she always has a bag of Hawkins Cheezies on standby. International Women’s Day is here, and this year’s theme is #BreakTheBias, where we are striving for a world without bias, discrimination and stereotypes. It couldn’t be

We tried Apple’s newest model of the budget-friendly smartphone to see just how kid-friendly it is. Once you’ve made the decision to get your kid their first phone, you quickly realize just how overwhelming it is to figure out which device to buy. It’s a pricey investment, so you want to get one that lasts—but