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- Your Top Three Questions About ADHD Medications Answered - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Laurie Dupar“Medication levels the neurobiological playing field.” ~ Biederman, J., & Spencer, T. (2002) After receiving a diagnosis of ADHD, the most commonly asked questions people have are around ADHD medications. Despite the fact that we have been using the same psycho stimulants to treat ADHD for ...
Views: 3796(1 vote) - West Ridge Academy Helps In Dealing With Angry And Aggressive Teens - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Thomas LambertBeing a devoted organization for teens and young ones, West Ridge Academy is an institution that can help you lead your wild teen into becoming a better person. Belligerent teens can also be dealt with by their parents through the parenting strategies that are taught by West Ridge ...
Views: 1184(1 vote) - What If She Fails? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Carolyn StoneOften I meet with parents who are very worried about their children’s achievement, usually in school, but sometimes in sports as well. These are well-meaning parents who want the best for their children. They want them to have the best opportunities, and they want their children to have ...
Views: 1637(1 vote) - Help! My Teen Is Glued To The Video Console! - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Ken RabowI remember when I first met Ricky (not his real name). He was a Grade 4 student in the school yard pushing and yelling with an aura of glee emanating from his face as the two Grade 5 kids (who were actually much larger than him) cowered, looking for a way to get out of Ricky's sphere of ...
Views: 1476 - Finding Community - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Carolyn StoneOver the weekend I attended a large family Passover seder with about fifty people in attendance. The seder is a dinner with a liturgy that tells the story of how Moses led the children of Israel out of slavery in Egypt. It got me thinking about the value of community in raising children. ...
Views: 1089 - MIP Classes Teach Teens To Make Better Choices - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Ari NovickHaving to mention topics such as alcohol awareness is never going to be an easy thing to bring up for parents. In many cases, parents avoided this topic until the very last second while in other cases it is just simply avoided. If you don't have an idea on what to tell your kids when it comes to ...
Views: 1352 - 10 Warning Signs That Your Teen is Becoming "That Teen" - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Ken RabowDid’ja hear about the Petersons? Their son Skeeter was kicked out of school, caught smoking something illegal and now he just stays up ‘till all hours of the night in his bedroom day in and day out in his Snuggie! So, when did the Petersons’ kid become “that kid” and what could the Petersons ...
Views: 1507 - When to Stop the Conversation - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Carolyn StoneLast week I posted about listening to your child and trying to find times that your child is available to talk. Many people commented on the value of just showing up to be available to talk. It’s a challenge to us busy, goal-oriented parents. In fact, last week I meant to write about this ...
Views: 1200 - What It's Like Being Parents of a Drug Addict - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2012 from Ted EgoParents waking up one morning only to realize that they have to let go of the idea of living what seems to be a “normal life” in a perfect world. In a perfect world, parents are raising up good children who are respectful, loving and obedient. In a perfect world, children are diligent and ...
Views: 1243 - Here’s One Simple & Fun Way to Connect with Your Teenager and Teach a Valuable Life Skill! - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2012 from Deaunna EvansWhen teenagers begin to cut the apron strings during adolescence, parents often long for but are at a loss to know how to connect with their teenager. Lighthearted negotiating can be one simple and fun way to connect with your teenager and teach a valuable life skill at the same time. Teaching ...
Views: 1642 - Keeping Your Child Safe from Sexual Predators - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Carolyn StoneThis week we all have our minds on the disclosure of sexual abuse of young boys by a coach at Penn State. I have been struck by the emphasis on who did what when rather than concern for the children who were abused. For many of us it raises the frightening prospect that our children or ...
Views: 1070 - We are all Prisoners In The Vicious Circle Tit For Tat Bullying Tag Game - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2012 from William CottringerWe are all Prisoners In The Vicious Circle Tit For Tat Bullying Tag Game By Dr. Bill Cottringer, in association with Storm Door Productions. “Courage is fire, and bullying is smoke.” ~Benjamin Disraeli. Bullies Bullies come in all shapes and sizes— Countries, religions, girls ...
Views: 2019(2 votes) - Teenage Drinking - Not A Minor Offense - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from James GarrettOrdinarily speaking, once you turn eighteen years of age the law in most states states that you're an adult. You may make your own choices and be responsible for your own actions. You may also enter into a contract to buy a car or truck, a house, or a Fortune 500 company. You may vote in ...
Views: 1626(1 vote) - How to get freedom from parents - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Kevin ChonyuiYouths complain that their parents don't respect them. Instead of being trusted, they are judge without a trial when something goes wrong. A young girl said, "My Dad always wants to know everything, where I am, when I am going to be back. But do they have to know everything?" Reasons for ...
Views: 1431 - Tips for Parenting Teenagers - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Maria KhalifeThe young always have the same problem - how to rebel and conform at the same time. They have now solved this by defying their parents and copying one another. ~Quentin Crisp Parenting teenagers can be particularly challenging for a parent. On the one hand, you have years and years of ...
Views: 1185 - Josh Hoopes Offers Valuable Insights For Parents With The Release Of His New Book : “West Ridge Academy’s Ten Parenting Dilemma Busters” - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Josh HoopesBeing a parent is a serious enterprise. You have to be there day in and day out for your kids and your entire family, no matter what. Being a parent requires whole-hearted dedication, with no room for alibis such as calling in sick, as it is a 24/7, 365-days a year full time job. However, ...
Views: 921 - Baby Steps - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Carolyn StoneSome of you may have seen the old Bill Murray movie, “What About Bob.” Murray plays a man who is very dependent on his psychiatrist, played by Richard Dreyfus. Dreyfus encourages his patient to make progress in his life by “baby steps.” He has even written a book by that name. It’s a good ...
Views: 1863(1 vote) - Improve Your Parent Reactions - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerOne of the crucial parenting skills for achieving the results you want involves paying attention to your child’s reaction to YOUR reaction. Observing the CONSEQUENCES of how you interact with your child reveals that your reactions are not just an effect of your child’s behavior, but also a ...
Views: 1148 - In-Charge Parenting Guide - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerTo be in charge in child-parent relationships, parents will find great help by practicing a calm, confident, and loving in-charge attitude. Too often the parent acts as though the child needs to behave in a way that proves the parent is in charge for the parent to express that ...
Views: 1240 - Support Your Child’s Goodness - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerGood parenting supports the child’s goodness. This is an INSIDE job, because “goodness” is an intrinsic quality. We can define the child’s “goodness” as: * Her genuine manifestation of love * His radiance of pure innocence * The heart-touching expression of herchild’s ...
Views: 1257 - Raising Kids to Accept the Dark - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerMany children have a terrible fear of the dark. This can be trying for both the parent and the child. There is help for parents who are trying to help their children overcome their fears of the dark. Raising kids is a tough enough job but a child who is afraid of the dark can make raising kids ...
Views: 1293 - Common Child Behaviors When They Lose Teeth - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerMost children begin to lose their primary teeth anywhere between the ages of six and seven years. This is a normal child development stage however; every child reacts differently to losing their teeth. Hopefully, your child has had regular dental visits to prevent premature loss of his teeth. ...
Views: 5899 - Raising Kids That Don’t Talk Back - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerOne of the biggest pet peeves that parents who are raising kids have is talking back. Believe it or not, there are children out there that do not talk back to their parents or anyone else, for that matter. These children also tend to do very well in school because they are respectful to their ...
Views: 1587 - Positive Child Behavior and Potty Training - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerPotty training can be a trying time for both the child and the parent. We all want to get our children out of expensive diapers as quickly as possible. Not only can they be nasty to change, they can kill your bank account and oftentimes, the child gets an uncomfortable diaper rash. It’s ...
Views: 1323 - Parenting Help for Compromising Styles - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerMany people are afraid to ask for help learning to parent their children because it oftentimes makes them feel like they are inadequate. Nothing is farther from the truth. Asking for parenting help simply shows that you want to become the best parent that you possibly can be. That’s honorable ...
Views: 1114 - The War between Parents and Children - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerRelationships between parents and children are constantly changing throughout life. When you have a newborn, it seems like the umbilical cord is still attached because they depend on you for everything. The parent and infant relationship at that point is always blissful although it is an ...
Views: 3251 - Great Parenting Guidelines - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerThis article presents a parenting guide for stress-free child behavior management. Maintain order in your home in an orderly way. When the children become chaotic, concentrate on not letting the chaos get to you. Instead, maintain your calm, confident demeanor and proceed to handle things in ...
Views: 1111 - The Value Of Parenting Classes - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerDespite the old adage that "kids don't come with instructions", any parent who actually believes this has never attended really meaningful parenting classes or read any of the great books or checked out any of the great websites on child behavior and development. While not all parenting ...
Views: 2215 - Raising Ourselves, Raising Our Children - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerPerhaps the most important key to raising children is raising ourselves. The best form of help for parents is self-help. Raising kids with sanity and skill demands that we grow. One of the best tips for parents is to pursue continual self-improvement. Your level of success and fulfillment in ...
Views: 1248 - Parenting A Defiant Child - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerWe usually think of defiance as a negative trait. But that thinking is overly simplistic. There are situations when parents WANT children to demonstrate defiance. Don’t you want your child to defy peer pressure that would lead her into irresponsible self-conduct? When your child faces a ...
Views: 1414 - Are You Teaching Your Children To Not Listen? - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Bob LancerPositive Discipline is about teaching children, in a loving way that preserves their healthy self-esteem, to behave well ON THEIR OWN. It is also about teaching children to heed our directions when we need to direct. We teach children to IGNORE our directions, and our corrections, when ...
Views: 1028 - Tips for Parenting Teens with Trust and Privacy - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Aidan MitchelPrivacy and trust issues have always been sensitive subjects for parents and teen's relationship alike. Particulars like how much privacy is allowed and how much trust is to be given and how much privacy our teens need have always been complicated and difficult practical parenting decision. More ...
Views: 2173 - Preparing your child for reality - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Pennee StruckmanPreparing kids for reality is simpler than you think. Encouraging independence and learning the realtionship between action and consequence are huge steps for kids. Parenting How-To's: •Create a rotating chore chart to enable siblings to compete. •Reward chore accomplishment and explain ...
Views: 1179 - Laugh Your Stress Away! - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from James FreakThese days, nearly everyone seems to be stressed by the pressures of life. You cannot completely get rid of stress; however, you can still try to negate its impact as much as possible using funny quotes. These quotes can bring the much needed laughter everyday, which would certainly make your ...
Views: 1164 - West Ridge Academy Discusses The Importance Of Diet To Your Child’s Development - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Thomas LambertFor the longest time, the internet has been awash with all these different diets that claim to be the right way towards a healthier lifestyle. Some celebrities even endorse their favorite diet as if they have discovered the fountain of youth, even if other celebrities are calling the same diet ...
Views: 907 - West Ridge Academy's Advice On How You Can Reinforce The Confidence In Your Children - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Thomas LambertWest Ridge Academy says that there is no need to push the panic button if your kid is shy if he is still at a very young age. Although after passing through a certain age, it may already be considered unhealthy for your child to still be overly shy or withdrawn as this can become a hurdle to his ...
Views: 981 - West Ridge Academy Shows The Way On How To Help Alcoholic Teens - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Thomas LambertStories are always passed around about sad things that happen to people who drink too much. It may be as petty as a showbiz starlet unintentionally flashing the media in a fit of drunkenness, or as sad as an upcoming young star's lights suddenly burning out due to a horrible car accident he was ...
Views: 843 - How to find new friends in few hours - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Raymond FohjemWhen Mark's family transferred to a new town, Mark said his biggest problem was how to find new friends. He explains that for two years of schooling there, he never managed to have just a single friend. Mark says, "at times, i even feel like I’m a failure." They are many others like Mark who ...
Views: 1488 - 5 Ways to Better Parent Your Teen - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Glenda GabrielFor parents experiencing teen behavior problems, the stakes on knowing the right things to do can suddenly become very high. For parents of difficult teens, that learning curve must accelerate rapidly. Passivity or denial is gambling with your teen’s future. Be present in your teen’s life and ...
Views: 1047 - Improve Self Confidence- Top 5 Tips to Make Teens Feel More Confident - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from Antoinette CapriDo you think people are talking about you behind your back? Do you feel the need to fit in, even when the people you want to hang around are doing the wrong things? Do you feel alone, even in a room full of people? If you answered "yes" to at least one of these questions, then you ...
Views: 3000 - Giving Back To Our Community - A Mother and Daughter Experience - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonThis past weekend my 13-year old daughter and I volunteered to perform a day of service work in our community. Our commitment to service work started when she was 5 years old and we volunteered time at our church selling pumpkins during October. She knew that the pumpkins were grown by Navajo ...
Views: 1443 - The Gift Of Time - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Kevin GermainThe days of simple gift giving are over for my oldest child. She has moved on from playhouses, dolls and doll house to iPhones and iTunes. This happens to all parents at one time or another. What are parents to do when their babies out grow toy boxes and playhouse and move from dollhouse on ...
Views: 1191 - Raising Children Using Only 3 Rules - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Celeste SimmonsAs a parent of 3 children, I have seen that what works for one child doesn't work for the others. The same challenge that motivates the oldest child, can seem defeating to the middle child. Kids are difficult to understand. As they grow, we must grow with them. When you have more than one ...
Views: 1125 - Cyberbullying - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Tiffany StaggsBullying has made its way from the schoolyard to just about any place your child might be. With the expanding social media outlets, the ease of access to the Internet bullying can follow our kids everywhere, and it’s much harder now to report than running and telling a teacher. While most ...
Views: 1600(2 votes) - Parenting Troubled Teens - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2011 from Kevin RicheyParenting A Defiant Teen Parenting a teen that is out of control can be a very challenging task. Many parents actually give up even trying to help their teen. The parent's frustration can come from several factors, including the overall defiance of the teen and the limitations set by the ...
Views: 2036 - Protecting Our Precouis Children From Predators Lurking Among Us - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Jack SingerThe greatest risk to our children doesn't come from strangers but from friends and family. In light of the devastating events that allegedly took place at Penn State and Syracuse Universities, we now see fresh evidence of horrific child sexual abuse that continues to be all too prevalent in ...
Views: 1458(2 votes) - How a Parent’s Personality Affects Parenting - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Joan ChamberlainA Deeper Look at Parenting. Alice’s style is balanced in Control (Over her Environment). She wants Jimmy to: (1) listen to her, (2) do small tasks he’s capable of, and (3) generally cooperate. When he ignores her cries, screams and does his own thing, she gives him a consequence: (1) a ...
Views: 1727(2 votes) - Talking With Your Kids - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Joan ChamberlainA Deeper Look at Positive Parenting. Sometimes, especially if our child/teen is doing well, we parents tend to forget about giving her that pat on the back. Or, we assume she doesn’t need it. Not so. Everyone enjoys being noticed or getting support. Your child/teen also wants to ...
Views: 1494(3 votes) - Parenting Advice:How to make them focused. - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Aidan MitchelIn this time of advanced electronic technology, which includes the television and the computer (internet), children have been accustomed to being fed with everything that they want. For example, the TV has hundreds of channels to choose from which are accessible through a few clicks on the ...
Views: 1159 - Choosing an Effective Parenting Course - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Joe MurrayHere's why. Almost all parenting courses that are available involve punishments or rewards, quick fixes or even manipulation. However, these types of courses will not work, or at best, they are only a temporary fix to a bigger, root problem. Addressing the symptoms and not the problems is ...
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