Finding Calm in Nature: Parent Perspectives on Outdoor Experiences

• By: Heidi Hillman PhD, BCBA-D, LMHC Eastern Washington University
• April 3rd, 2026
• accessibility barriers, adolescent development, anxiety reduction, nature-based activities, outdoor recreation, parental perspectives, sensory regulation, Spring 2026 Issue
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Engaging in nature activities like nature walks, park visits, and trail hiking has been linked to improved mental health outcomes across populations. Research indicates that nature exposure reduces stress, enhances mood, and supports emotional regulation in children and adolescents (Jimenez et al.,...

The Technique of “Twitter Speak” May Create More Effective Communication With Your Teens

• By: Beth Yurman, PsyD
• January 1st, 2014
• adolescent development, concise communication, executive functioning, information overload, parenting strategies, social communication, teen communication, twitter
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“Twitter Speak.” What is it and how will it help communication with your teenager progress more smoothly? If you are a parent who has ever been confronted by your child responding with short, disinterested comments when you attempt having what you believe to be a “regular” conversation, the...