Each family will have different amounts of time they think is appropriate in terms of screen time for their children.
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Dr. Jennifer Politis, PhD, LPC, of Wellness Counseling of Bergen County, is a therapist and educational psychologist specializing in therapy and evaluation services for children and adults in Bergen County. She works with women dealing with issues related to motherhood, life balance, stress and relationships. Dr. Politis also works with children and adolescents that have learning differences, academic challenges, behavioral issues, depression and anxiety. Dr. Politis earned her doctoral degree from Fordham University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, School Psychologist and Certified School Counselor. Phone: 201-661-8070 Email: [email protected]
How To Help Your Adolescent Through A Relationship Breakup
This is a part of life that your adolescent may need help to navigate. It is important for your adolescent to understand that breaking up may be nobody’s fault. It can be hard, but sometimes it might be the best thing for two people to make the decision that they cannot grow anymore in the […]
Parents: Stay Updated with Social Media
Staying up-to-date in the world of social media is difficult. As soon as you learn what is out there, something new comes into existence! I want to make you aware of what I have recently learned from the world of social media through the adolescents I work with in private practice. The first is a […]
Tips to Limit Technology Use for Teens
Limiting teen use of technology can be overwhelming, but creating consistent rules is crucial. If you are not sure where to start, read some of the tips below for some helpful guidance. 1. Set a “technology curfew” where phones are given to parents at a certain time or placed to charge out of the child’s […]
Social Media Guide for Parents of Teens and Tweens
Are you aware of the websites and apps your tween and teenager are using? Many of us have heard of the standard types of social media used by tweens and teenagers such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. But you may not realize other types of social media they frequent and how they communicate on these […]