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.

Save the Lecture (Say This Instead)

Aug 19, 2024

When you speak at a teen (instead of with them), you take away an important step of growing up.

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5 Ways To Help Teens With Grief

Aug 13, 2024

Keep teens company as they remember loved ones after they’re gone.

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Check Your Teen for Caffeine

Aug 02, 2024

Want to know why your teen isn’t getting enough sleep?

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Depression Can Sometimes Look Like Anger

Jul 30, 2024

Anger, especially, rage, isn’t a normal part of adolescence.

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Your Teen Feels a Wide Range of Emotions

Jul 20, 2024

Instead of shielding your teen from negative emotions, parents should help teens manage their feelings.

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Don’t Dismiss Teen Grief

Jul 17, 2024

Don’t let teens grieve alone.

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