Daughter Fearful of Overnights
A sudden change in willingness to leave home should be a red flag that the child experienced something frightening during an overnight. read more
September 24, 2001
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Teen Needs to Catch Up in High School
At age 17, it may be easiest for a teen to go to the nearest community college or alternative high school that offers a GED program. read more
September 13, 2001
Help for a Crybaby
It is okay for a boy to cry. Twelve-year-olds are still very much children and because they are entering puberty, they will often cry easily. read more
September 5, 2001
Overweight Daughters
When children are overweight, it's more important to focus on good health and good nutrition than on losing weight. read more
September 5, 2001
Making Discipline Work
Good discipline begins with a discussion of what is and is not acceptable behavior in your home. read more
September 5, 2001
Child Needs School Help
When it's clear your child is having problems with school, take your questions to the school counselor -- and expect answers. read more
August 9, 2001
Expert Advice: Trusting Your Teen
How can you trust your daughter if she is not trustworthy? You should set the expectations, boundaries, and consequences for study and dating. read more
August 9, 2001
Peer-Mediation Group
A good peer-mediation program is the most valuable tool a school has in combating violence and bullying in any school. read more
August 9, 2001
Thirteen-Year-Old Is Ready to Date
There are many good reasons to postpone dating for a 13-year-old. read more
August 9, 2001
Sons Are Breaking Family Rules
When family rules are made, there should also be consequences set up for breaking them, which the whole family should agree on. read more
August 9, 2001
Eleven-Year-Old Being Bullied
Too often schools and educators dismiss harassment as "kids will be kids," rather than bullying, which puts kids at risk for dropping out, academic fa... read more
June 26, 2001
Eleven-Year-Old Worries That He's Gay
It doesn't mean you are gay just because you liked being touched by a male friend. read more
June 26, 2001