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Below are articles that we continuously add to to provide helpful information about parenting and some thoughts on how to raise a healthy child.
HONING YOUR PARENTING SKILLS
Reducing Teen Substance Abuse: What Really Works
A significant number of teens try alcohol and other drugs before entering or while in high school...read more
Parents, Parties and Peers
Make it easy for your teen to leave a party where alcohol or drugs are being used...read more
Ten Cheeky Commandments for Parents of Teens
You may not agree with all the author’s sentiments but there are some amusing tidbits and several nuggets of good advice...read more
Real Teens: Real Questions About Drug Use
Some questions and answers compiled from the National Institute on Drug Abuse...read more
Booze, Pot & Pills - Know the Facts!
Much of what teens hear is based on misconception and the information may not always be true or accurate...read more
Teachable Moments
Being open and receptive will get your teen talking...read more
A Day in the Life of Young Adults Some Sobering Facts
Substance abuse is a serious health problem among young adults aged 18 to 25...read more
Talking with Kids About Tough Issues
We live in a complex and media-driven world that challenges us everyday...read more
Talking with Kids About Alcohol and Drugs
We need to help our kids distinguish fact from fiction. Locally...read more
Stay Connected with Your Teen: Part II
The most recent survey provides some interesting information...read more
Stay Connected with Your Teen: Part I
You are the most important influence in the lives of your kids...read more
Good Poetry? Maybe! Great Advice? Definitely
Shakespeare it’s not, but great parenting advice it is...read more
Parenting Advice, Canadian Style
What type of parenting style do you have? Take this quick assessment...read more
Build a Healthy Relationship with Your Teen
Be an active participant (to a point) in your teen's life...read more
Parent Power: Family Meals Make a Difference
Teens who take part in regular meals with their family are less likely to drink alcohol...read more
Can You Influence Your Teen's Substance Use?
Parents are among the most influential factors in preventing their kid's substance use...read more
Talking to Your Teen About Sex, Drugs and Alcohol
Be the source of accurate information and explain the consequences...read more
Being There for Your Teens
Tips for Parents: You are the greatest influence on your child's life...read more
Are You a "Perfect" Parent?
There is no such thing as a perfect parent...read more
YOUR TEEN'S EMOTIONAL HEALTH
Depression: Information for You and Your Teen
Cape Cod, has a significant population of teens and young adults who suffer from depression...read more
Abuse Teen Relationships
More than 30% of teens are victims of physical, sexual, emotional or verbal abuse from a dating partner...read more
Depression and Anxiety Info for Parents
The following symptoms may indicate that your child is depressed...read more
Depression: FAQs for Your Teens
These FAQs address some common questions about depression...read more
Teen Depression - Information for Parents
Cape Cod has a significant population of teens who suffer from depression...read more
Teen Behavior Related to Their Development
Understand why teens act the way they do...read more
Understanding Your Teen's Emotional Health
What should I know about my teen's emotional health?...read more
MANAGING VACATIONS AND HOLIDAYS
It's Party Time: Your Guide to Teen Parties
As a parent, you are the key to a fun and safe party...read more
Vacation's Coming: Don't Let Your Kids Summer Go to Pot
Summer is the riskiest time of the year for first-time alcohol and other drug use among youth...read more
The Grandkids Are Coming! The Grandkids Are Coming!
When your grandchildren visit, either with or without their parents, it’s important that you...read more
This Summer Be the Dedicated Grownup
Before allowing your teens to have a party in your home...read more
A Summer Plan of Action
After a busy school year a little rest and relaxation is well-deserved...read more
The Best Gift Is Not One You Can Buy
The best gift you can give your kids is your love...read more
TRANSITIONS: FROM MIDDLE SCHOOL TO COLLEGE
The College Experience: Things You Can Do
As a parent you continue to be a primary influence in your son's or daughter's life. You are key in...read more
Transitions: The First Year of Middle School
The likelihood that our kids will try drugs increases dramatically during...read more
BEING ONLINE: RESOURCES & ISSUES
Helping Our Kids Thrive in a World of Media and Technology
The average American child age 8 or older spends more than seven hours of screen time every day...read more
Best Online Resources for Teens and Preteens
These resources may help provide your kids with the information they need to make better decisions...read more
Best Substance Abuse Online Resources
These resources may help provide you with the information you need to...read more
Your Teen's Online Life
Do you know what your teen is up to online...read more
TEEN BEHAVIOR: THE LATEST NEWS
Some Good News About Teen Substance Use
The use of alcohol and a number of illicit drugs has declined among teens in the U.S...read more
More News About Teen Substance Abuse
According to a nationally representative survey, the abuse of prescription stimulants is...read more
Latest News About Teen Substance Abuse
Too many teens are watching television ads alcoholic drinks...read more
Recent News About Teen Behavior
More news about what teens are doing and perhaps shouldn't...read more
News About Teen Behavior
The latest scoop on what teens are doing and perhaps shouldn't...read more
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