As the end of the school year approaches, it’s worthwhile reviewing how to best approach your child’s social media use in advance of the upcoming summer break. Social media has become the new “best friend” for many children and adolescents and even adults. You can hardly go to a restaurant without seeing someone on their…
Many parents hope for a teen who is agreeable, polite, and easy to get along with. On the surface, these traits seem like signs of emotional maturity. But experts warn that what looks like a calm, accommodating personality may actually be something more concerning: a stress response known as “fawning.” Fawning is often grouped alongside…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thirteen Chicago-Area Nonprofits Get a Lifeline Thanks to $312,500 in Mental Health Grants from Megan Butz Legacy of Hope Suburban foundation surpasses $700,000 in total grants since 2023 founding Lake Zurich, Ill., April 20, 2026 — From school hallways in Chicago to counseling rooms in Lake and Cook County, 13 organizations are…
Making the decision to take your child to the hospital for mental health concerns can be incredibly stressful, especially if your child self-harms or has suicidal thoughts. Many families first learn about these concerns from the child’s school. When a student expresses suicidal ideation or engages in self-harm behaviors at school, staff typically conduct a…