Category: Parentally Speaking

Here’s why developing children’s interpersonal skills is so important, and some ways to encourage this development early on.

It’s easy to recognize the obvious risks of teen drug, alcohol, or nicotine use – that is, it can result in negative consequences.

By Lizz Dinnigan, Preventionist The effects of excessive screen time on childhood development have become a growing concern among parents and educators alike. Various studies show negative risks to children’s cognitive, linguistic and social-emotional growth, as well as to mental and physical health, making it a pressing public health concern. Of course, screens can be beneficial…

Parenting is a mix of big, life-changing decisions as well as tiny, daily ones. The parenting style you take on will have long-term consequences for your family’s future. Learn more about the four types of psychologist-accepted parenting styles to determine which would be the best option for your family. 

Discover the top reasons that you should help your child develop decision-making skills at a young age to improve their adolescence.

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Related Articles In today’s digitally interconnected world, children are accessing the internet at an unprecedented rate, often engaging with technology from a very young age. While the internet provides immense opportunities for learning, socializing, and entertainment, it also introduces a myriad of risks that can compromise children’s safety and well-being. As guardians of the next…

Related Articles: Transitioning to high school marks one of the most significant milestones in a young person’s life. It is a time filled with excitement, opportunity, and, inevitably, a fair amount of uncertainty. For many students, high school represents a new arena of academic challenges, a more diverse social environment, and a growing need for…

The purpose of Alcohol Awareness Month is to point out the stigma that still surrounds alcoholism and substance abuse in general.

Parents play a significant role in prevention education. Here’s how you can support your children through their impressionable years.

Related Articles Ensuring the health and well-being of teenagers is a multifaceted endeavor that extends beyond physical health to include safeguarding them from the risks associated with alcohol and substance misuse. Understanding the delicate nature of this issue requires a comprehensive exploration of the various factors that contribute to it. The developing adolescent brain is…