This article discusses ways to work with your teenager to make Winter Break enjoyable
This article discusses the working poor in the United States and this article discusses what we can do since the US government won’t help
This article discusses how the holidays can impact people with mental health issues and how they can cope with the Holidays
Divorce changes an entire family. This article how to cope with the Holidays in a civil manner after a divorce
This article discusses using a greeting that respects everyone instead of using one that excludes many religions
This article discusses the joy of giving and how to teach this joy to your children
ADHD is like cocaine but it is a safe easy way for teenagers to obtain methamphetamines and not have to worry about being arrested
This article discusses how the stereotype we have regarding people with Autism is wrong and we need to look at the reality of Autism
With another mass shooting and with there being more than one shooting per day, when will we act to stop kids from being killed
This article discusses how mass shooting continue to increase but barely make the news because we are beginning to accept them
This article discusses a common issue of teens wanting to spend more time with their friends and parts over the Holidays
There has been a significant increase in teenage depression and anxiety. This article explores one of the reasons
For many the Holidays are a very happy time. However, if you lost a loved one this year the holidays may be difficult due to your grief
Many people worry when their child gets a concussion , but few know about post concussion syndrome which can make recovery very difficult
This article discusses how during the holidays people are lonely and suicide doesn’t increase like many think.
Food is a large part of any holiday. This article discusses how to help people with eating disorders not feel isolated or anxious
Besides the health risk, vaping is causing more teens to become addicted to nicotine. It’s not going down it’s increasing
Family Holidays can be a stressful time for many people. This article discusses how to reduce stress associated with the Holidays
In honor of World Mental Health Day this article discusses the stigma about mental health & the difficulty people have finding therapy
Over the years bullying has increased to the point of being an epidemic. Here is a way to stop it
This article discusses how dangerous cyber bullying is and can be
This article addresses the age long problem of teenagers keeping their bedrooms like a disaster zone and parents don’t know what to do
Many people assume we receive the best mental health care in the US. This is not true and many teens die due to lack of mental health care
This article discusses the issue of bullying and provides parents with ideas about what they can do if their child is being bullied
This article discusses how teenage boys are using guns in our area it’s not just in New York it’s everywhere. What will we do?
Divorce is a difficult situation for any family. It is can become even more difficult when extended family becomes involved. Here are tips
Many parents are unaware how often schools treat families seeking an IEP with abusive behavior. Here are some ways to help parents survive
Teenage domestic violence is a topic many people don’t discuss but need to. Teens need to understand dating abuse if we want to stop abuse
This article discusses a dangerous trend occurring with online gaming. It is called Swatting and it’s deadly
So many kids in middle school are sexual active that many middle schools are giving 6th graders condoms
This article discusses a drug which is dangerous because it sounds like candy and many teens may not be aware of what they are using
This blog provides a statement about marijuana issued by the US Surgeon General
This article discusses what kids in middle school must face today. Drugs, alcohol and sex not what you think about 6th graders facing daily
This article discusses why teenagers need parents to remain parents and not be their friends
This article discusses IEPs and the terms used in the meetings so parents can understand what the school is proposing from their child
This article discusses how teens use cough medicine because it is easier to get than LSD but can give the same high
Parents are aware of all the issues facing teens and the choices teens must make. However since teens aren’t fully mature trust is difficult
This article discusses recent research studies finding about how vaping negatively impacts teenagers health
Training workshops are held at Contra Costa County Office of Education, or, upon request, at facilities of those who provide services.
Suicide is a teenage epidemic. However, many parents do not know how to cope with this issue. This article looks at what parents can do