Admiring Teen Emotions

Teens are high-spirited, wanting to live life to the fullest. They are sensitive and passionate, which makes them loyal friends. Their passion restores our hope that they’ll build us all a better world. On the other hand, they have some pretty uncomfortable emotions that lead to excessive worry, sadness, or anger. Adolescence is a time of heightened emotions—respect that this is part of their developing sensitivity and help them enjoy the ride.

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About 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.

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