Dealing with the Holidays when Someone Has An Eating Disorder

We think of many things when we think about the holidays. Food is something we think about. What if someone has an eating disorder?

Teenagers and Suicide in 2026

Parents worry about it and many are ashamed of it. Many mental health issues are at epidemic levels and many teens succumb to suicide

What Teenagers are Facing in 2026

We thought being a teen in the 80s or 90s was tough, but teenagers today have a harder time and many issues to face

Helping Children with Special Needs Enjoy the Holidays Too

The Holidays with changes in schedule and a lot of noise can be challenging for kids with special needs. Here are ideas so they enjoy them

Are Guns More Important than Children?

Thousands of children have died senselessly but refuse to impose gun control. The President wants to control our vote instead of kids

We have an Epidemic of Lonely Teenagers

Parents worry about teenagers being depressed or anxious. The bigger issue is we have an epidemic of Lonely Teenagers

How to Have a Safe and Fun Family Halloween

Halloween can be a fun day, but with all the emotions and candy it can be a difficult day to. Look at how to have fun

Parents Need to Communicate With Each Other after A Divorce

Often many parents don’t communicate directly after a divorce and use their children instead of. Here are better options for parents

Mom and Dad Please Listen to Me

Many teenagers feel that their parents don’t listen. As away to get them to listen kids act out

Family Connections Improves Teenagers Mental Health

As our dependence on computers has increased so have the number of teenagers with mental health issues. Family dinners can help teens

Having Conversations with Your Teenagers instead of Arguing

Many people assume that arguing with their teenager is normal life. This article looks how to decrease arguments and increase conversations

Helping Kids Adjust Their Sleeping Habits for School

Kids are use to sleeping late or going to bed late when school is out. Now that school is starting kids need help adjust their sleep pattern

The Link between Sleep and Mental Health Issues

Many people assume sleep is not that important. Here is information showing how the quality of sleep is related to mental health issues

We have an Epidemic of Lonely Teens Crying Out for Help

Most teenagers are lonely and depressed. They don’t like how they feel but don’t know how to ask for help so they hope others will notice

The Developing Teenage Brain

Many parents feel like they crazy because they have a teenager. However, they don’t realize that teenagers brains are not fully developed

Why Do We Blame Minorities for the Country’s Problems?

We blame minorities for most of our country’s problems and we are creating huge problems for teenagers

Help my Teenager Wants to Drive

Many parents worry about teens driving because they get into a lot of accidents. Here is a way to help parents

High School Graduation and the Emotions & Questions it Creates

We have assumed graduation is a happy experience for students. However, it creates anxiety and sadness in addition to others. Read please

Mothers Day and the Issues associated with it

Mother’s Day is not as simple as many may think. Here are a number of issues for adults and children

Thinking About Appropriate Graduation Gifts

It’s graduation time and many people will be buying graduation gifts. For Parents this is a big decision. Here is some advice

Coparenting that Works for the Entire Family

Many times divorce leads to coparenting conflicts and stress. We look at to avoid this stress for the entire family

Teenagers Need More than A Relationship To Be A Happy, Healthy Person

We think relationships make people complete adults but that’s not true. Only you can make yourself complete and happy

The Unnecessary Pressure We Place on Boys

We place a great deal of pressure on boys regarding their emotions and how they act. This creates a lot of stress for boys

We are Forgetting MLK’s Message & What are Children Learning?

Accepting others and being kind to one another is disappearing from our government & schools. So what are kids learning today?

How to Tell Teenagers They Need Therapy

Most teens think they are fine and the last thing they need is therapy. This article helps parents explain therapy to teens

Using the Holidays to Educate Teens about Thank You Notes

Many teenagers do not know how or when to write a thank you note. The Holidays are a perfect time to teach them

Are Great Gifts the Reason for the Holidays?

Most children and teens think of gifts when they think about the holidays. Are gifts the purpose of the

Teach Children about Gratitude during This Holiday Season

During the holidays people think about gifts, but few think of gratitude. Teach your kids about gratitude this Holiday

How to Avoid Cooperating Issues from Interfering with Your Holidays

Divorce and Coparenting can be very difficult at times. Add issues like the holidays and the stress increases here and some ideas to help

Teenagers Need A Good Family Connection

We now know that family is important to physical and mental health

Families Need Affordable Healthcare in order to have Mental Health Care

This article addresses what happens to mental health care if the government eliminates the Affordable Care Act

Are Smartphones Appropriate Holiday Gifts for Teenagers?

Today teens feel they can’t survive without a smartphone, however we have learned a lot about them. Parents need to think about the facts

Helping Your Family Manage Holiday Stress

The holidays can be a stressful time for families and individuals. Here are some ways to help families & individuals cope with the Holidays

Bay Area Families Need Food Banks to Survive

Due to food prices being so high and cost of living so high, many middle class families are relying on food banks to eat and survive

Loneliness A Significant Problem during the Holidays

Many people assume the Holidays are a happy time, but for many it is a very lonely time of year. Here are some ways to help

Surviving the Holidays when Someone has an Eating Disorder

Eating disorders create a lot of issues on an average day. However, during the Holidays and the food, eating disorders can cause a problem

Helping Special Needs Children Cope with Holiday Stress

The Holidays are stressful for everyone, however they provide special needs kids with unique challenges. Here are ways to help

How You and Your Family Can Have a Safe, Fun Halloween Together

There have been changes in society and we need to adjust how we do certain things. This article discusses how to adapt Halloween

ADHD Medication can be Beneficial or Harmful to Teenagers

Many parents feel safe about their child taking ADHD meds because they were prescribed, but they can be addicting & used illegally too

The Facts about Boys Cutting

Many people think only girls cut, but boys cut too. Here are some of the facts

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.