A Parent’s Guide to Prevention (Part 2): Laying the Groundwork We, as parents, are the most important role models in our children’s lives. What we say and do about drugs matters a lot when it comes to the choices our children make. We can: set a positive example and get involved in our children’s lives; […]
A Parent’s Guide to Prevention (Part 1): Introduction When most parents talk about drugs, they voice some of their greatest fears and concerns. And their apprehension is well justified: Drug addiction can destroy your relationships and family life and can harm or even kill you. Unfortunately, as the general public began to feel that the […]
In the movie, Gandhi, there is a scene in which Gandhi’s wife refuses to clean the latrine. That duty is one which is shared by members of the community – no exceptions. She asks Gandhi why he wants her, his wife, to do such menial work. “It’s not me, it’s the principle,” he says. She […]
Creating Together Time Simply being in the same place at the same time with a teen can be a struggle. Teens have countless enticing ways to spend time without you — from their peers to the mall to any of their multiple screens — but there are many activities you can share, as well as ways […]
Most doctors agree that stress contributes to nearly every known disease or condition. Today’s lifestyles and work habits, including long hours, increased commitments and less down time, make managing stress a trying task. Our teenagers are overbooked, overwhelmed and yet driven to succeed. Primary sources of tension include academic pressure, relationship difficulties with peers, conflicts […]
Most parents will agree that communication with their child is an important part of their relationship. Being able to communicate with your child will create a healthy bond within the family and allow for an environment in which your child will thrive. Somewhere around age 13, however, this communication may become challenging. Developmentally, children change […]
Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Your Anger Have you ever heard the expression, “Don’t let the sun go down on your anger?” Sure, it is a great idea to get rid of angry feelings before our head hits the pillow, but is it possible? Anger can be a burden that weighs us down […]
We hope that you’ve enjoyed our Teens and Technology Blog Series. Don’t forget that you can check out all of our previous posts by clicking on “technology” in the list of topics on the left side bar of this page. This final post discusses what you can do going forward: Ready for the Next Level Go […]
Learn how to report abuse – Just as we all know to call 911 in an emergency, know how to recognize dangerous situations when using technology and get help. These websites provide information on how to report abuse. Review these websites with your child to understand what abuse might look like and what to do […]
Looking for Truth Learn how to find the truth and understand why it matters. Encourage a healthy doubt and interest in learning what really happened. Teens will see and hear an outpouring of information that may or may not be true, online and in person. Urban myths, gossip, fake identities, distorted points of view, and […]
