Here to help parents of teenagers figure out the ups and downs with confidence, clarity, and support.
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By Laura Thomas
“I created Parentology World to offer parents the guidance and community they need to feel empowered, informed, and reassured”
“As a mum and therapist with decades of experience, I know first-hand how overwhelming and challenging these years can be.
You won’t find any outdated or overused techniques here—those are just a Google search away. At Parentology World, I provide simple, clear, and effective strategies that are tried, tested, and proven to help both you and your teen. My methods are designed to work in real life, giving you practical tools to create meaningful change in your relationship with your teenager”.
Anxious teenagers?
Do you feel like your teen is becoming more distant, stressed, or withdrawn? Are they avoiding family gatherings, preferring to stay in their room, or showing signs of anxiety in social situations? It can be challenging to understand what they’re going through, and even harder to help them open up.
You're not alone in this. Many teens experience social anxiety, which can make even the simplest interactions feel overwhelming. If you're worried about their wellbeing and want to help them reconnect, we’re here to support you.
Read our blog on Social Anxiety to learn more about how to recognise the signs, how it might be affecting your teen, and most importantly—what you can do to help.
Back to school worries?
Many teens struggle with the transition from holiday mode to school routines. Whether it's adjusting sleep schedules, preparing for early mornings, or managing anxiety about the year ahead, the change can be overwhelming.
The 5-Day Guide: If the thought of school brings anxiety or resistance for your teen, you’re not alone. Our guide offers practical strategies to tackle common issues, including steps to manage school refusal, helping you feel confident and prepared for the first day back.
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Homework Battles?
If every night feels like a struggle to get your teen to do their homework, there may be more going on than just reluctance. It’s easy to assume they just don’t want to do it, but there could be deeper reasons behind their resistance.
Are they feeling anxious about a particular subject? Do they find the workload overwhelming, or are they stressed about the pressure to perform? These feelings of anxiety can make even the thought of homework feel daunting.
Explore What Might Be Causing Their Anxiety and learn how to support them through these challenges. Sometimes, the key to overcoming homework battles lies in understanding the root of the problem.
Parenting - what am I doing?
I’m a parent, just like you, trying to navigate the strange and sometimes baffling world of the teenage years. It’s a weird space to occupy, isn’t it? One moment, you feel indispensable—needed for everything from advice to support—and the next, you’re left wondering if you’ve become irrelevant as your child forges their independence.
It’s a confusing, liminal phase, where the rules seem to change daily, and the role of "parent" feels less clear than ever.
But if you’re here, you’re not alone. Together, let’s explore what it means to parent a teenager in this tricky in-between space.
“I provide simple, clear, and effective guidance to help parents through the challenges of the teen years with confidence and clarity.”
—Laura Thomas M.Ed