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Helping Teens Trade Scroll Time for Real-Life Wins Many families in Los Alamitos are asking the same question: What happens to our teens once finals and AP tests are over and long, open days start to stretch ahead? Those hours can turn into extra sleep, time with friends, and new skills. They can also slide into endless scrolling, late nights, and feeling low without really knowing why. Screens are not the enemy. Phones help teens stay in touch, learn new things, and relax. T

Many teens struggle with money not because they lack discipline, but because they lack real-world experience. When financial literacy is taught through practice instead of theory, teens begin to understand responsibility, consequences, and decision-making in a way that builds confidence and long-term independence.

Therapy and The BOLO Project both offer meaningful support for teens, but they serve different purposes. Understanding the distinction can help parents determine what kind of support their teen may need at this stage of life.

Money Habits Start Long Before Money Matters Many parents assume financial skills begin when teens start earning money or managing a bank account. In reality, a teen’s relationship with money starts much earlier, often before they ever receive a paycheck. It begins with identity. How teens see themselves shapes how they approach responsibility, discipline, effort, and choice. Those internal beliefs quietly influence financial habits long before adulthood, often without anyone