Melissa Ford

Melissa Ford is the senior strategist at Women Online. As a writer, she covers a diverse range of topics including education, health, technology, and parenting. She is also the mother of amazing twin teens.

How to Raise a Teen Reader

Feb 19, 2025

Reading helps teens develop patience, energy, and resilience.

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Three Ways to Show Support During Tough Times

Feb 10, 2025

Want your teen to know that you’ll always be there for them? Tell them.

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How to Be a Super Listener

Feb 04, 2025

Listening is so much more than hearing words.

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The Teen Brain Meets Behavior

Jan 27, 2025

Your teen's brain is rapidly developing for a reason.

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Do Chores Teach Self-Control?

Jan 20, 2025

If you assign chores because you think it will teach teens self-control, think again.

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Be a Subtle Question Asker

Jan 12, 2025

Ask about things that matter less to get to the questions that matter more.

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