As October comes to an end, we think about all the support Domestic Violence Awareness Month has received nationwide. It is amazing that this issue has gained so much awareness, especially since this topic was considered taboo not too long ago. Many of the articles, images and resources we’ve seen in the media and on…
History In October 2002, President Bush hosted the White House Conference on Missing, Exploited and Runaway Children. Leaders from across the nation convened to discuss the responsibility we all have to protect America’s youth and worked with National Runaway Safeline (NRS) and the National Network for Youth (NN4Y) to propose National Runaway Prevention Month. The…
Everyone experiences anger – it is a natural outlet for charged emotions. It is when the anger becomes so uncontrollable that it develops into a rage that the parent notices aggressive behavior and violent acts. Parents may need outside support to identify the issues behind the anger. What can I do? TALK to your child…
The teen years pose some of the most difficult challenges for families. Teenagers sometimes say that no one can understand their feelings, especially parents. Consequently, the teen may feel angry, alone, and confused while facing issues about identity, peers, and sexuality. Parents may be frustrated and angry that the teen seems to no longer respond…
Adolescence is a time of self-exploration, and separation from family members. Sometimes their behaviors and lack of communication lead to school failure, family conflicts, drug abuse, violence or suicide. It is important to recognize some behaviors as either typical adolescent separation or possible emotional and/or mental health problems. Few things hurt like the lack of…
If you are like many parents, the temptation is to deny the ugly reality that teen substance use has hit home. But disbelief and denial only allows the problem to continue and worsen. Your teen’s behavior and moods may indicate their use of illegal drugs or alcohol. What can I do? Don’t panic! Talk with…