For any parent, there are challenges and hurdles along the road to raising a child, and adding a serious illness to the mix can be overwhelming. However, there are many ways to minimize this burden …
Year: 2018
Mentors: Who, When, and Where?
Two weeks ago we explored the importance of mentors for developing youth. In fact, mentoring programs are popping up around the country, as people start to recognize the impact these relationships can have. But what are …
Mentors: Why They Matter
In my spare time, I am the proud mentor of a charismatic, funny, kind, and smart 14-year old girl. Whenever we get together, we talk about… nothing, but lots of it! We have seen …
Finding My Religion
Auggie comes home one day from high school, walks through the door and declares to his Jewish mom that he has decided he wants to be Buddhist. A friend that he knows has been exploring …
Twinkies for Teens: When Two Roads Diverged, My Teen Took the Healthy One
Today’s Parenthetical post discusses teens’ eating habits, and how parents (you!) can help your teen make healthy, nutritional choices when eating. For anyone who has seen a doctor, watched the news, surfed the web or watched a …
Teen Suicide: What do parents need to know?
This week, Parenthetical is posting an article focused on the tough topic of teen suicide. This article provides parents with critical information on teen suicide, as well as important suggestions and resources to help support teens …
Finding Forgiveness: How to Practice and Model Forgiveness
Last week we outlined what forgiveness means, why it is important, and how you might prepare to forgive others (find last week’s post here). We noted that forgiveness is a healthy and positive way to …
Forgiveness Firsts: How to Prepare for Forgiveness
This week’s Parenthetical post is one of two in a Parenthetical forgiveness series summarizing many of the concepts presented by Dr. Bob Enright of the International Forgiveness Institute during his Forgiveness Seminar at the University …
If I can’t vote, does my voice count? How teens can make a political difference.
American politics remain a hot topic of conversation in many homes across the nation. Although teenagers may not be of voting age just yet, they are showing increased motivation to join the debate. This week’s …
Teens can have a fun summer and still remain safe
Summer can be a special time for teens filled with camp, vacations, romance, summer jobs, boredom and lots of free time. For parents, however, summer vacation presents unique concerns that differ from those of the routine …