Helping children when and where they need it most

Valentine’s Day this year is likely to find a lot of teenagers and young adults at home bingeing Netflix instead of having that romantic date. During the pandemic, relationships have been hard for kids to start — casually bumping into your crush is near-impossible and it’s tough to flirt from six feet away — and maintaining connections isn’t much easier when getting together requires careful logistics.

This week on childmind.org we discuss the challenges of dating during the pandemic. Many kids are taking a step back from romantic relationships, because they’re just too complicated right now. For teens who are dating, parents are nervously negotiating ground rules and struggling to balance COVID safety with respecting kids’ privacy. And for kids who’d like to be in a relationship but aren’t, parents’ support can help them stay connected.

- Rachel Ehmke, Managing Editor | ✉

Dating During the Pandemic

How to promote healthy relationships during a time of social distancing.

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Sexting

Talking to teens about the dangers of oversharing online.

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Teens and Romantic Relationships

Some DOs and DON'Ts to share with your teens.

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Tips for Communicating With Your Teen

Keeping the parent-child relationship strong during a tricky age.

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How to Talk to Kids About Sex and Consent

Setting boundaries and respecting them are both important.

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