PARENTING - TEENS

Helping teenagers navigate difficult years and coping as you do so is never easy. Hopefully these articles will help.

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Joanna Fortune: My teenager is consumed by a holiday romance
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Dr Phil Kieran: My teenage son can’t handle the heat
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Colman Noctor: Why capable children often lack true self-worth
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Joanna Fortune: My teen daughter is anxious about leaving home for the first time 
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Colman Noctor: How to support teens in their first emotional experiences
As smooth as smooth gets
Dr. Phil Kieran: My daughter has ingrown hairs and is self-concious about her legs, any advice?
If your daughter has skin irritation from things like detergent or fabric softener it is a good idea to eliminate these irritants.

Tue, 14 Jul, 2026

Happy mother holding phone taking selfie on cellphone with daughter
Colman Noctor: Sharenting is about being seen in a world where the village has moved online
Could it be that social media has stepped into the space once occupied by community?

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

Teenage Brothers Sitting Together Playing Video Games Indoors
Joanna Fortune: My teenage boys are spending most of their time in bed or gaming
How do I get my kids to help around the house more?

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

Become ruined by eating disorder
How to spot the subtle signs of an eating disorder in your child
Wanting to eat alone, spending too much time in the bathroom, and excessive exercise may be indicators.

Tue, 30 Jun, 2026

Emotional teenage girl using smartphone on bed at home, space for text
Colman Noctor: Protecting children means tackling social media's harms
As an academic, a clinician, and a parent, I can see the argument from both sides.

Tue, 30 Jun, 2026

Family enjoys an exciting soccer match together at home, celebrating every goal with joy and enthusiasm
Colman Noctor: World Cup creates rare opportunities for families to come together
Colman Noctor talks about the importance of family rituals and how to avoid a fragmented family

Tue, 23 Jun, 2026

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Colman Noctor: Teenagers need a sense of belonging — not entertainment
Young teenagers are seeking experiences that help them feel capable and competent — they want to be treated as emerging adults

Tue, 16 Jun, 2026

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Dr Phil Kieran: Should I worry if my son is still limping five weeks after a toe injury?
We used the RICE method — rest, ice, compression, elevation — and buddy taping to treat my son's injured toe. Did we do the right thing?

Tue, 16 Jun, 2026

Group Of Teenage Friends Jumping Into Swimming Pool
Leaving Cert holiday: How parents can prepare teenagers for their first solo getaway
The Leaving Cert class of 2026 will soon be heading off on overseas holidays with friends, and there is plenty parents can do to prepare them for the adventure

Tue, 09 Jun, 2026

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Dr Phil Kieran: Does my daughter need medical help for a serious sunburn on her back?
The good news is sunburn (even with blisters) should heal fully in three to 10 days

Tue, 09 Jun, 2026

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Colman Noctor: A teen’s ability to adapt is more important than having a fully formed life plan
Many of the healthiest and happiest adults I know are not those who got everything right the first time, but those who learned to adapt when life didn’t go to plan

Tue, 09 Jun, 2026

My Childhood with Rhys McClenaghan: I was the type of kid who’d try to climb the tallest tree
S My Childhood with Rhys McClenaghan: I was the type of kid who’d try to climb the tallest tree
The Olympic gymnastics champion on the years of gruelling training and his gratitude for all the long hours and many miles his parents spent supporting his career

Sun, 07 Jun, 2026

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Aoife Hearne: My Leaving Cert child is picking at his food and not eating meals
A ‘little and often’ approach to eating nutrient-rich meals can be easier to manage during the exam period

Tue, 02 Jun, 2026

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Colman Noctor: What we can learn from the Carlow school shooting threat
Young people in Ireland are no longer immune to the broader cultural forces that can dangerously shape disaffection among youth

Tue, 02 Jun, 2026

My Childhood with Laura Fox: 'I didn't have an ounce of shyness in me growing up'
S My Childhood with Laura Fox: 'I didn't have an ounce of shyness in me growing up'
The radio and TV presenter on how she regards herself as 'a Galway girl' and how it took a while to figure out what she wanted

Tue, 26 May, 2026

Classroom toys helping minds stay focused
Classroom toys helping minds stay focused
Adam Brennan began making the sensory fidget toys when he noticed that his restless pupils would relax and concentrate better if they had something to squeeze, writes Helen O’Callaghan

Tue, 26 May, 2026

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Colman Noctor: You cannot make your child study by pushing them 
You can offer support, remove distractions, and even impose consequences, but the decision to sit down, focus, and apply themselves rests solely with them

Tue, 26 May, 2026

'They’re like extended family': Cobh mum on how LauraLynn children’s hospice became a lifeline
'They’re like extended family': Cobh mum on how LauraLynn children’s hospice became a lifeline
The children’s hospice provides supports and care to children with life-limiting conditions across the country, giving their families, such as the Lehans from Cobh, much-needed respite

Tue, 19 May, 2026

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Joanna Fortune: How can I have the talk about sex with my teenage daughter?
It is essential to keep the doors of communication open on this so she can come to you to talk through aspects of her relationships with you in a safe and supportive way.

Tue, 19 May, 2026

My Childhood with Neil Delamere: People assume I was the class clown, but I didn't draw attention
S My Childhood with Neil Delamere: People assume I was the class clown, but I didn't draw attention
The comedian on his failure to achieve sporting greatness, the Irish comedians that inspired him to try stand-up, and the unwavering support of his parent that made it possible

Tue, 19 May, 2026

Teenager boy tired stressed of reading, doing homework
Dr Phil Kieran: Should we manage our son’s Leaving Cert anxiety with medication?
Several options other than medication could be helpful for your son, such as counselling, physical activity, and apps such as Headspace and Clear Fear, which teach tools to manage anxiety and stress

Tue, 19 May, 2026

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Colman Noctor: Our casual discrimination against teens has real consequences
Many of us unwittingly discriminate against teenagers, regarding them as immature, antisocial, or unreliable, and this can have a profound impact on how they view themselves and their place in the world

Tue, 19 May, 2026

Tired student trying to study in the night
Your child’s exams are a test of your parenting skills
A teenager studying for their first state exams will already be stressed. Parents should aim to be a calm, helpful counterpoint

Tue, 12 May, 2026

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Dr Phil Kieran: Is overdoing it on the basketball court the cause of my child’s knee pain?
For overuse injuries, treatment usually involves identifying the cause, resting until the pain goes away, and gradually building the exercise back up

Tue, 12 May, 2026

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Joanna Fortune: My teenager is refusing to talk to me after a big row
Initiating repair communicates that your relationship matters more to you than being right, and it’s stronger than this row

Tue, 05 May, 2026

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