Tips for Parents to Help Their Kids Return to School
What parents should be thinking about as their kids return to school
Change Your Parenting: Get Me Re-Write!
Here's the key. Don't just decide to act differently next time. Instead, reprogram your subconscious, and give yourself a new script for how you want to respond.
Co-Parenting with Shared Custody May Put Less Stress on Kids
When parents divorce often the most important issue, and perhaps the most difficult negotiation, involves the children. Parents typically have strong views on legal and physical custody of the children and how the arrangements should be structured.
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How to Spot a Cyber Bullying Victim Before it is Too Late
When it comes to bullying behavior, toxic texting is the new fistfight at the bike racks. Yet unlike an after school sucker punch, online bullying can be deadly.
Schoolyard Superheroes: How Bystanders Can Stop Bullying
Bullies like to show off. Do not be a captive audience, because bullying is not a spectator sport. Intervention on behalf of victims can discourage bullies and save lives
The Suicide Prevention Hotline: Find It in This Rap Song
Can a rap song help save a life? Yes, when it's '1-800-273-8255’
When Bullies Go Back to School: Spot Them, and Stop Them
Back to school is a time of excitement, or dread--depending on whether or not a child is being bullied. Spot and stop bullies from ruining another year for victims and families.
My Child a Bully? Never! Well Maybe…
How can a parent help their child when he is bullying others? A few suggestions to get to the heart of the problem.
Teaching Kids the Difference Between Prejudice and Respect
Tips to help your kids understand the differences between prejudice and respect.
When Your Toddler Hits You: A Script
But Sam isn't laughing because he's enjoying her pain. He's so upset that he can't cry. His laugh is letting off the tension of his upset feelings.
Parenting a Child with Mental Illness
When your child is diagnosed with mental illness, it can be isolating. Parenting guides don't talk about it. Stigma silences our families. Don't worry, though. You're not alone.
How to Help Kids Who Struggle Socially
What can you do to teach young people the skills they need to make healthy friendships and connect with positive peers?
Overwhelmed with the Busy Back-to-School Pace?
Don't let the crazy back-school-pace wear you down. With a quick Life as Pie exercise you can create some delicious slices of peace, quiet, and calm in your day.
A Back to School Stress-Management Toolkit for Teens
This time of year involves transition. Whether it's adjusting to high school, the new academic semester, or going off to college, teens need new coping tools to de-stress!
Top Ten Parenting Tips
Parenting is the greatest trip on earth. I wish you the ride of your life.
Teen Attitude, Teen Trouble
It’s hard to parent a teenager. It's even harder to be one. Here are ten attitudes and actions that can help make it easier for you, and might even make it easier for your kid.