"Helicopter Parents" feel the need to be overly involved in most aspects of their kids' lives. In a NBC News report, Erika Edwards highlights some of the perils of being a helicopter parent. Here is a link to the article:...
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Rising Mental Health Issues Facing Our Children
According to new statistics, mental health issues are increasing among children. The Atlantic displays this data in charts and breaks it down by region, disorder, etc. Here is a link to the article:...
7 Ways To Boost Kids’ Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence is important to navigate social situations and relationships. MichelleBorba.com shares strategies for boost kids' EQ. Here is a link to the article:...
How To Talk To Kids About Tragic Events
It is difficult to discuss tragic events even among adults. However, it can be even more diffuclt when talking about these issues with children. In CNN.com, Kelly Wallace writes about how to address these difficult topics with children. Here is a link to the...
7 Things To Help Your Teen Develop A Healthy Body Image
Being a teen can prove to be a challenging time in one's life. Teen girls are often bombarded with unhealthy and unrealistic images which can affect their feelings about their bodies. In Parentingteens.about.com, Amy Morin writes about 7 things parents can do to...
Optimizing Your Child’s Executive Functioning
Many children struggle with executive fucntioning. Dr. Tali Shenfield provides tips for optimizing your child's executive functioning. Here is a link to the article: http:/www.psy-ed.com/wpblog/child-executive-functioning/
Many Kids With Mental Health Issues Only See Pediatricians
In LiveScience.com, Cari Nierenberg highlights how a large number of children with mental health issues do not access mental health treatment with trained counselors or therapist. They often see their pediatricians for such concerns. Hopefully, more children and...
Music Lessons Spur Emotional & Behavioral Growth In Children, New Study Says
Having a musical talent or interest has many benefits. However, many people may be unaware of how many benefits. According to a new study, playing a musical instrument may help spur emotional and behavioral growth in children. In the Washington Post, Amy Ellis Nutt...
Best Ways To Schedule Quality Family Time
Life is hectic and it is not always easy to juggle all of the demands in life. Anna Kaminsky provides tips for scheduling quality time with your family. Here is a link to the article: http:/www.howtolearn.com/2013/10/best-ways-to-schedule-quality-family-time/
When Homework Stresses Parents As Well As Students
Every parent has helped their child with homework from time to time. However, sometimes a child's homework can become a stressor in the home for various reasons. In the NYT, KJ Dell'Antonia writes about common reasons homework can being stress into the home. Here is...