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Best Back To School Steps For Parents to Take

Back To School Tips For 2011 The 2011 school year is about to begin. Many parents are wondering, “What are the best parenting tips to help my child get off on the right foot while beginning new school year?” Below are some parenting tips from a twenty two year school counseling expert. 1. Whether your child is...

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06 Jun Posted by in Discipline, Teens | Comments

Discipline Back Talk & Arguing Behavior

Discipline Back Talk & Arguing Behavior

Dear ScottCounseling: Since my child reached the age of six, all I recieved from him is arguing and back talk behavior. It does not matter if I ask him nicely to do something, or I yell and scream to get him going. The inappropriate behavior is always the same; my child likes to argue with...

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13 Apr Posted by in Discipline | Comments

Stop Summer Discipline Problems Before They Occur

Summer Discipline for Teens & Children Summer is a great time for parents to begin to implement new parenting strategies and techniques to ensure appropriate discipline for their child.  Teenagers are especially more active during the summer months and parents are often faced with more unique and challenging discipline problems due to the fact that...

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Top Reasons Why Children and Teens Are Stressed, Depressed and Anxious

Top Reasons Why Children and Teens Are Stressed, Depressed and Anxious

Why are more youth today experiencing stress, depression and anxiety? A school counselor, with 20 years of experience, shares his views and observations. Top Ten Reasons Why Children Are Stressed, Depressed and Have Anxiety Overwhelmed!  Too many of our children are doing too much. Are youth are simply involved in to many activities at one...

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17 Mar Posted by in Teens | 1 comment

Dating Tips: Put Your Child On A Dating Contract

Dating Tips: Put Your Child On A Dating Contract

Spending a lot of time worrying about what your child is doing on a date will not help you or your child learn appropriate dating etiquette.  Before you meet with your child to discuss dating, it’s important that you get your thoughts, beliefs and rules together before you meet.  It’s a good idea to write them down...

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17 Mar Posted by in Childhood Stress, Family Stress | Comments

Earthquake In Japan: My Child Is Scared

Earthquake In Japan: My Child Is Scared

Helping a Child Cope After A Catastrophe Parenting a child who is sharing concerns and displaying fear after the recent earthquake, tsunami and nuclear disaster in Japan may not be an easy task.  This task is made even more difficult due to the enhanced multiple media presentations made on the Japan crisis that our children...

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16 Mar Posted by in Academics | Comments

Wisconsin Teachers: How To Thank A Teacher

Wisconsin Teachers: How To Thank A Teacher

Due to the fact that the teachers in Wisconsin are facing pension challenges, many teachers throughout the U.S. are feeling down, and yes, somewhat betrayed.  Teachers did not get into this “helping profession” to make a lot of money or live the life of luxury.  In fact, most teachers will tell you that they signed up...

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15 Mar Posted by in Discipline, Family Stress, Teens | Comments

Child and Teen Stress Statistics

Child and Teen Stress Statistics

Is Child & Teen Stress Out of Control? According to the American Psychological Association, 2009 survey, stress among teens and their parents is rising significantly every year. Stress in children is being reported more often by school counselors, social workers and psychologists.  Adolescent psychologists report that many parents who are seeking professional help have to...

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14 Mar Posted by in Academics | Comments

Will Music Make Your Child Smarter?

Will Music Make Your Child Smarter?

Advantages of Music At A Young Age According to research, children who are exposed to music in their early years are more  likely to be more intelligent than his musically uninclined counterparts.  Research also shows that children who participate in musical avenues score higher on the SAT (college entrance exam) than those who don’t participate.  The following article...

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14 Mar Posted by in Rx & Medical | Comments

Postpartum Depression: 9 Steps To Help Cure

Postpartum Depression: 9 Steps To Help Cure

Postpartum depression is real and can result in serious consequences if not addressed soon after the symptoms begin.  The birth of a baby can shake the body into a series of emotional changes that are, for the most part, hormonal in nature.  Many mothers who experience this kind of depression often see it as a weakness...

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