Adolescents
Articles
Parents Guide to Lingo on the Internet
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The benefits and dangers of the internet are becoming more apparent as time passes. Parents have the increasingly...
Validation is Not Agreement
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article describes the difference between validating another person's communication and agreeing with it...
Answering Jesus' Call
This article helps the reader make decisions about when it is important to act on Jesus' call and to be open to His...
Stay Strong While Raising Strong Willed Children
Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., LCSW
Strong willed children can be amazingly creative, innovative and steadfast while at the same time frustrating and...
This is Your Life: Adolescents Leaving Home
Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC
This article addresses launching as a transition in family life, and ways one can prepare for it.
Nurturing Your Child's Relationship With God
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
The various stages of a child's growth create numerous needs as well as avenues in which a parent can help the...
Kids in the Wheelbarrow: Cultivating Trust in the Home
Explore your definition of trust, discover what trust means in your home, and begin to cultivate a trusting...
Why Do Children Misbehave? What Do They Get Out of It?
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Children misbehave for several reasons. Want to know the underlying main reasons why they misbehave? That is what...
Mealtime Tips - Make it Happen!
Provides practical information you can use today to make mealtime a priority and to help your family enjoy mealtimes.
Happy Kids, Peaceful Parents
Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT
Nature is filled with the very nature of God Himself. Article explains how God can use His creation for uniting...
Broadcasts
Family Rituals and Celebrations #3575
Laura Demetrician, MS, LMFT
In our culture of productivity, "to-do" lists, and increasing pressure, it is important to remember and schedule...
Your Behavior is Not Acceptable - But YOU I Love #3568
Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Separating the deed from the doer: It is tempting to label a child or adult by their behavior. Bad behavior is...
Emotional Intelligence: Helping Children Regulate Their Feelings 4 of 4 #3567
Laura Demetrician, MS, LMFT
Laura and Lynda discuss how to help children develop Emotional Intelligence- which can be improved through the 5...
Emotional Intelligence: Helping Children Regulate Their Feelings 3 of 4 #3566
Laura Demetrician, MS, LMFT
Laura and Lynda discuss how to help children develop Emotional Intelligence- which can be improved through the 5...
Emotional Intelligence: Helping Children Regulate Their Feelings 2 of 4 #3565
Laura Demetrician, MS, LMFT
Laura and Lynda discuss how to help children develop Emotional Intelligence- which can be improved through the 5...
Emotional Intelligence: Helping Children Regulate Their Feelings 1 of 4 #3564
Laura Demetrician, MS, LMFT
Laura and Lynda discuss how to help children develop Emotional Intelligence- which can be improved through the 5...
5 Components of Emotional Intelligence 2 of 2 #3563
Laura Demetrician, MS, LMFT
Increasing emotional intelligence provides many advantages in one's emotional and relational health. Lynda and Laura...
5 Components of Emotional Intelligence 1 of 2 #3562
Laura Demetrician, MS, LMFT
Increasing emotional intelligence provides many advantages in one's emotional and relational health. Lynda and Laura...
Loving a Young Alcoholic - 3 of 3 - #3549
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Parents become frightened when discovering their young adult misuses, even abuses alcohol or another drug. Brenda...
Loving a Young Alcoholic - 2 of 3 - #3548
Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC
Parents become frightened when discovering their young adult misuses, even abuses alcohol or another drug. Brenda...
