Some experts believe that social media use is a greater risk factor for poor mental health in young people than binge drinking, drug use, and lack of exercise.

According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 32% of teens have experienced an anxiety disorder. Here are an expert’s tips and strategies to help your manage their worries.

Even though starting the conversation about emotional health can be tricky, here are some simple ways to quickly build trust and have more meaningful conversations with your teen. 

Meet Anjolie, one of Appa’s mentors, who delves into her transformative journey of embracing change. In this blog, Anjolie reflects on the pivotal transitions she experienced during her teenage years and offers insights into the strategies she's acquired to build resilience.

Grant to Fund a Collaborative Study with University of Washington on the Impact of Virtual Mentoring Interventions for Teens

Meet Anjolie, one of Appa’s inspiring mentors, who shares her journey of overcoming shyness and social anxiety. In this blog, Anjolie reflects on the challenges she faced in high school and reveals the strategies that empowered her to break free from her comfort zone.

We’re so excited to introduce you to Yesenia, one of our inspiring mentors. In this blog, Yesenia shares her journey of how organization helped her achieve balance and overcome stress. She also emphasizes the importance of focusing on progress, not perfection. 

Meet Abraham, one of our amazing mentors, who knows firsthand the pressure of making major life decisions during teenage years. Through his experience, he emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and journaling, while reassuring teens that uncertainty is normal and they are not alone in their struggles.

Meet Joi, one of Appa’s amazing mentors. In this blog, Joi shares how she overcame her struggle with self-acceptance and why she’s on a mission to help teenagers to do the same.

Seeing your child grow into a young adult can be incredibly rewarding, but it’s also no secret that parenting teens can be difficult. To effectively parent a teenager, it’s important to embrace a different role as a parent.

In this blog, you’ll hear from one of our inspiring mentors, Destinee, who shares her personal story of overcoming negative thoughts.

Some children reach out to their parents for help without hesitation in this situation. Others may be reluctant to do so - they may feel ashamed or guilty for being bullied or too scared of retaliation. What are the signs that your teenager may be bullied? How can you help them?

As teens grow and mature, they seek more independence and start exploring their identities. Parents and caretakers are responsible for keeping them healthy and safe during this process. How can you help your child become independent and better prepared for adulthood?

The drive to learn and improve is an outstanding quality and can help your child succeed. However, sometimes that drive can become an unhealthy obsession with achieving impossible perfection.

Whether your teen is determined that their upcoming holiday be “perfect” or they’re not-so-secretly dreading it, here’s how to help them roll into the season with more realistic expectations.

College applications are one of the most stressful things in a high schooler’s life. Thankfully, your teen doesn’t have to do it alone. Here are some ways parents can help.

It’s not as simple as playing hooky--it’s usually more about anxiety and fear. Here are some ways to help.

Anger is not a “bad” emotion. It’s an important signal that your teenager may be struggling. How can you support your teenager and get them the right help?

We probably don’t have to tell you that managing and limiting your teen’s screen time is easier said than done. Here are a few tips for getting started.

The ability to establish boundaries is one of the most important skills parents can teach their children. The best way to do that is by setting them yourself.