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- Adults Teaching Children: The Legitimization of Bullying - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2016 from Suzanne St. John SmithWhen I was in Grade 4, I struggled with an ability to read, especially when asked to read in front of the class. I wasn’t dyslexic but I was quite shy, and not at all confident about my intellectual abilities relative to my peers. Unfortunately, I had a teacher who, I discovered many years ...
Views: 846(1 vote) - 5 Stunning Hairstyles to Make Your Daughter Feel Like a Princess - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2016 from Rachelle WilberWhen you're helping your daughter get ready for the day, you've probably got a handful of go-to styles, but just as you enjoy trying something a new hairstyle, your daughter too might want to mix things up. Here are five ideas for styles that will make your daughter feel a little extra ...
Views: 738 - 2 Things I've Taught My Daughter About Health and Beauty That You Should ,Too - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonWomen of the world are under attack. All around them are messages from magazines. TV shows, peers and the internet, telling them what they are supposed to look like. They are being told what the ideal body shape is: how fat is too fat, how skinny is too skinny, what they have to do to be ...
Views: 915(1 vote) - 5 Halloween Traditions Your Kids are Sure to Love - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2016 from Anica OaksTraditions are the spice of life, and you may be looking for activities that your children will want to carry on for generations to come. While everyone may look forward to trick-or-treating, you don’t have to limit yourself to the activities of that night. Here are a few ideas for new ...
Views: 810 - 4 Things I Selfishly Wish My Daughter Had Taught Me Sooner - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonI know my kids love me. Of course they do—I’m their dad. But until recently I did not fully understand just how much they love me, or how much they, as children, do to try and make ME, the parent, feel happy and loved. My daughter and I have our moments, we argue and sometimes it's intense. ...
Views: 1055 - They've Gone! - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2016 from Ruth Bleakley-Thiessen“I'm just surprised by what's happening inside me now that the kids have left home.” My girlfriend nodded as she listened with compassion. I went on to tell her how I had assumed I would be glad to have my new-found freedom. It's what I had been waiting for, after all. I thought I ...
Views: 636 - 7 Inexpensive Birthday Gifts for Your Kids - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2017 from Lauren JohnsonCome to our online shop and get the festive collection of gifts to buy a birthday present for your kids. Undoubtedly our products are of high quality and lowest in price. We will make your stressful task of buying gifts for a minute. Here you will find inexpensive birthday gifts in the very low ...
Views: 1002 - 4 tech gifts for Father's Day - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2016 from Kevin RobertsonDad can sometimes be the hardest person to shop for, making Father's Day gifting a real challenge. Luckily, many fathers love and use tech gadgets and gear – and there are a lot of cool new items to choose from. Here are four trendy and tech-inspired gift ideas, recommended by Marc Saltzman, ...
Views: 1028 - My Daughter is Challenging Me - by Submitted on May 30, 2016 from Charles G. HannaChallenges force us to correct, to improve, and to grow. More importantly, they are our Higher Power’s way of directing our attention to the areas that require immediate attention. It is like a self-monitoring system that tells when and where we need to change. No matter what that challenge or ...
Views: 1290 - A Lesson in Parenting Through Adversity - by Submitted on May 09, 2016 from Charles G. HannaMy daughter is finishing grade 6 and everyone in her class had to apply to an intermediate school. The selection process is quite grueling but I was very confident that she would be accepted in one or both of the schools she applied to. As the announcement date approached, the stress experienced ...
Views: 1635 - How to Know When to Give Your Teen Increased Responsibilities - by Submitted on May 05, 2016 from Anica OaksIncreased responsibilities are a rite of passage for teenagers. Many young men and young women are allowed to drive a motor vehicle once they reach legal driving age. Others are given the opportunity to prove themselves in the workforce by getting a job. So, how do you know when it’s time to ...
Views: 977 - Is Your Adolescent a Major Headache? 4 Ways to Address the Behavior - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2016 from Anica OaksDealing with a troubled teen can be a very delicate situation. Any major missteps or communication issues could exacerbate these problems and make life more difficult for everyone involved. Whether you are currently dealing with a difficult child or simply want to prepare yourself for the coming ...
Views: 1000 - Staying Connected - 12 Tips To Successful Long Distance Parenting - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2016 from Nicola BeerStaying Connected To Children When Living Apart - 12 Tips for Successful Long Distance Parenting Of all the challenges, change and stress divorce brings, long distance parenting is one of the most painful and difficult to face. And yet, it is a very real experience for countless numbers of ...
Views: 1865 - Love - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2016 from Holly BryantShe is a beautiful girl. I can see she has the heartache of living. There is the etched sadness in her eyes. The aching beauty of longing and wanting and hurt swirled together. The sadness of the soul where buried are things no one knows of. Smile, for life is beautifully hard and painful. We ...
Views: 833 - How Parents Should Navigate Arguments with Their Teen to Develop Trust in The End - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonRaising an adolescent can be a frustrating time to be a parent. Even though the need to push boundaries, question authority, and argue rules is a healthy part of growing up, it can be maddening to hash out the same arguments day after day. Even though the arguments are pretty much ...
Views: 1031 - How Parents Should Navigate Arguments with Their Teen to Develop Trust in The End - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonRaising an adolescent can be a frustrating time to be a parent. Even though the need to push boundaries, question authority, and argue rules is a healthy part of growing up, it can be maddening to hash out the same arguments day after day. Even though the arguments are pretty much ...
Views: 856 - Saving Your Marriage: Troubled Teen Edition - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonThere is no question marriage is work. It can be the greatest, best, most difficult work you ever do and when you have a good partner it is absolutely worth it. However, even the best of friends and companions can be tested by trying to parent a troubled teen. Trying While Being ...
Views: 1222 - Helping Your Teen When You Have No Help - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2016 from Tyler JacobsonSometimes good parents find themselves all alone when it comes to finding help for their troubled teen. Maybe they were single parents from the start, maybe they’re divorced, their spouse had died, or maybe they are still married but the other parent is not interesting in being helpful but no ...
Views: 1165 - Why Childhood Bullying Impacts Everyone - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Jacob KorthuisThere has been a lot of talk about bullying lately – and with good reason. Bullying is a traumatic experience that deeply marks victims and impacts every aspect of their life, long after the harassment ends. In America alone, 28 percent of kids are victims of bullying throughout the school year. ...
Views: 961 - A Distinct Way of Parenting - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2016 from W.T. & Pamela HamiltonPeople often say, “I really wished that my child would listen. He’s forever getting himself in trouble; at school, at home…” They then go into details of the many ways this child does these awful things. Regardless, there is a easy answer to this if you believe in yourself. Instead of thinking ...
Views: 1444 - 4 Valuable Life Lessons Your Child Can Get From Understanding Taxes - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2015 from Anna RodriguezLife’s realities are tough, but knowing what these realities are makes you tougher. It’s like knowing who your enemies are and what they can do so you could be prepared for battle. Among the most difficult realities to understand are: “Why money is never enough?” and “Why does the ...
Views: 1662 - Eating Disorders, the disconnect between body and mind. - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2015 from Mark SchwartzWhen human psychological factors cause an illness, it is called psychosomatic – of the mind and of the body. Of all disorders an eating disorder is the epitome of a toxic relationship between psyche and soma, yet the body is our interface for navigating the world. Medical writer Jonathan Miller ...
Views: 1422(1 vote) - Three Mistakes Parents Make - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2016 from Kemi SogunleParenting is one of the most remarkable experiences one can have. No one prepares for it. The skills develop as you go along. This is because every child brings on a different experience but raising children requires the similar adopted methods. However, as parents, we sometimes make the ...
Views: 1085 - The Invalidated Child - Part 1 - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2015 from Jennifer McLeodPART 1: This article is a series of articles on invalidation, including the experiences of a child or parent that has been invalidated and how parents, professionals and practitioners can validate children to make a difference to their outcomes. The invalidated child can seem like an ...
Views: 1235 - Fishy Fish and Presents: Loving Games to Play with Children - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2015 from Sarah FreemanPlaying pretend games with children can be a very fun and special thing to do. All it takes is a little imagination and the willingness to act a little silly. Among all of the pretend games I have played with children, two or my favorites are Fishy Fish and Unwrap the Present. Fishy fish is a ...
Views: 1497 - Family Dinner Time-My Favorite Time of a Day - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2015 from Lorna YeI grew up in a large family, more exactly, a large extended family. We lived on tight budget, so we could not afford any fancy meals, let alone eating out in a restaurant. Our dinners were always very simple and plain, but I enjoyed every minute of the family dinner time. During that time, ...
Views: 3492 - Tips for Family Communication in 7 1/2 minutes - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2015 from Karen Lindwall-BourgWe rarely hesitate to send our children to public school for 7 1/2 hours every day. After all it is required by law that we educate our children! As a homeschooling family, I admit, we didn't always spend a full 7 1/2 hours in formal educational exercises; but we probably spent more than 7 ...
Views: 918(2 votes) - Having a Child WIth Schizophrenia - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2014 from Frank HealyThe onset of schizophrenia can be any age from around 16 to 30 with some rare cases as old as 40. The average age of onset is 19. If your teenager or young adult has the following signs they may have schizophrenia: garbled speech or pauses in conversation, periods of staring in space, and ...
Views: 1449 - The Fine Line - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2014 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Mean people hurt others. Good people love others. If you have been through any type of meanness or cruelty you will understand where I am coming from. When someone does something mean to you, your first reaction is to get even, or to try to justify yourself. This is absolutely the worst ...
Views: 1060(1 vote) - Ten Books for Parent's Of Highly Sensitive Children - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2013 from Brenda Dronkers10 BOOKS FOR PARENTS OF HIGHLY SENSITIVE KIDS by brendadronkers I have compiled a list of great books for Parent’s of Highly Sensitive Kids.. enjoy! THE HIGHLY SENSITIVE CHILD Dr. Elaine Aron 41j5VAZIS8L._SY344_PJlook-inside-v2,TopRight,1,0_SH20_BO1,204,203,200_ With the publication ...
Views: 1397 - Your Child Doesn't Like Your Great Solution? It's a Puzzle - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2013 from Carolyn StoneHere’s a scenario I see often in my work. Parents are having difficulty with their child over Problem X (doing homework, getting up in the morning, getting ready for school, or managing time on electronics). Parents join me and the child for a meeting about this, and the parents have been ...
Views: 1198 - Self-Esteem: "The Teen Challenge" - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2013 from Christina AstonThe adolescence stage is a critical period of Life-Span Development. Teens are going through the transitional phase between childhood and adulthood. During this stage in development, more time is spent outside of the family in pursuit of identity and independence. The thought process is more ...
Views: 1450 - When Helping Others Is Not Helping - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from Jennifer McLeodI will approach this article from different perspectives as below: a) Helping people who do not want to be helped b) Helping people from the professionals own misdirected objectives c) Abandoning help for people too soon a) There are many young people who need our help for a variety of ...
Views: 1129 - Come Walk with Me - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Come walk with me dear child, just for a little while. You see, you haven’t been yourself, I can see it in your eyes. What use to be a caring soul has turned just a little-bit colder? Your bright smile always lit up a room, it’s been awhile. You don’t have to say anything, just let me speak ...
Views: 1156 - How to Prevent your Child from Texting while Driving - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Sunny MakkarDo you know texting while driving is as fatal as driving when drunk? Yes, texting while driving is no less dangerous than driving under the influence of alcohol or some other intoxication creating drug, in fact some researchers have found it far more dangerous and has 6 times more likelihood of ...
Views: 1209 - How to Stop your Child’s Mobile Over-Spending Habits - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2013 from Sunny MakkarYou’ve planned a wonderful birthday gift for your child’s twelfth birthday? Incredible, so what is it? Wow!! A brand new iPhone sounds fascinating!! But will it not create a real big hole in your pocket and turn down your monthly budget? What did you say; you have specially earmarked the amount ...
Views: 1640 - The Best Call I Ever Made - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Beate CheletteMotherhood, or to be more precise, single motherhood, is the greatest job in the world, the biggest challenge, and the most incredible growth opportunity, especially when you have to push through your fears and personal limitations because you have no choice. Very often my writings to you ...
Views: 1064 - Tips For A Healthy Parent and Children Relationship - by Submitted on May 11, 2013 from Virginia PintoBeing a mother is the greatest responsibility a woman could have in life, because the future success of children depends largely on the love and security that their parents will show to them. Children are like sponges, absorbing everything, both good and bad. Many parents can not imagine all ...
Views: 1235 - The Primary Differences Between Non-profit Boarding Schools and Boot Camps for Troubled Teens - by Submitted on May 06, 2013 from Joe TherapistParents who are struggling to manage their teen’s behavior often turn to outside sources for help. The top options for troubled teens are often boarding school or boot camp. Both program types offer troubled teens the opportunity to change their behavior, receive counseling and therapy, and ...
Views: 1412 - Here’s One Sure Way to Reel Back in Your Troubled Teenager! - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2013 from Deaunna EvansFish stories are often very predictable. But this fish story is anything but predictable. This real life fish story beautifully illustrates how expressing heartfelt appreciation has the power to deeply connect one human being to another. With this insight, parents can unleash the amazing ...
Views: 1461(1 vote) - Effects of Divorce on Children - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Eric C. CheshireEffects of Divorce on Children For a married couple with children, the impact of the divorce on children should be one of the biggest concerns when the question of a divorce is raised. Research shows that a child's reaction to divorce is greatly shaped by a number of factors, including age, ...
Views: 1054 - Is Summer Boot Camp a Good Option for Your Troubled Teen? - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2013 from Joe TherapistIf you are throwing your hands up in the air with what to do for your troubled teen, you may want to consider the summer boot camp option. These programs have been specifically designed to support, guide and create structure and limits for a child with behavior problems. Additionally, these ...
Views: 1310(2 votes) - More about Indigo Children - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2013 from Angela Schulz-HenkeThey are children with new psychological features and thus show new behaviour patterns. To ignore these new patterns, means that this precious life will be damaged and thus only frustrations can arise. Here are some common patterns of Indigo children: 1. They join us with a sense of their ...
Views: 1102 - Child- An important part of life... - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2013 from Vicky SharmaLife is really a bitter truth for each of us. A variety of problems come into everyone’s life to teach us something new every time about that how to live life. Sometimes we believe that our current problem is more important that the problem to be faced in the future. We make a mentality why only ...
Views: 1101 - Top Five Challenges Parents Face with Teenagers - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2013 from Joe TherapistIn a matter of only a few months, your once loving and thoughtful child has become an unruly mess who spends equal times crying on their cell phone as they do sulking. Even if your child has not become the typical angst ridden stereotype, there are several issues that parents of a teenager can ...
Views: 6635 - You Are The Most Precious Gift To The World - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You ARE the most precious gift that the world can receive. From the moment you were born you were so loved. Your beautiful smile lit up your face. As you grew, I saw your curious mind lead you places. Your innocence was so refreshing in a world filled with hate. Your loving nature makes you ...
Views: 2266(2 votes) - The Angelcare Nappy Disposal System Shows Its Worth - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Baby Products Wholesale | Baby Goods Wholesale Nursery Product Wholesale | Baby Items WholesaleTaking care of presents from little angels is one of the problems of parents with which you are most easily able to assist your customers. A Nappy disposal system can make the job of being mum or dad so much more pleasant and as a retailer you are perfectly positioned to introduce this idea and ...
Views: 1469 - Anger amongst Infants - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2013 from Vinod AnandAnger amongst Infants (Vinod Anand) Anger is the distress that accompanies being restrained or blocked in progress toward some sort of fulfillment. Anger involves lashing out rather than withdrawing as in fear. The crying and bodily activity of infants under conditions of bodily tension, ...
Views: 1045 - Do You Think ADHD is Real? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2013 from Carolyn StoneEarlier this week I read a summary of a newly published study about the increased prevalence of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The study was conducted by Kaiser Permanente in California and covered a time span from 2001 to 2010. It got me thinking about the diagnosis, its ...
Views: 1385 - Young Prisoners Battle With Self Harm And Self Injury - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2013 from Jennifer McLeodIn 2009 Rob Allen published an article on the Guardian website called Prison is no place for children. That statement still rings true today. He continues to say that "The prison inspectorate's disturbing report of the culture of violence and fear in Cookham Wood Young Offender Institution (YOI) ...
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