Monthly Archives: October 2011
How to Talk to Your Kids About Dangers of Smoking
Studies reveal that every day, around 3,000 young Americans below 18 start smoking cigarettes. This is quite alarming despite the many anti-smoking laws that are in place and less social tolerance for smoking. Kids seem not to be getting the … Continue reading
How to Talk to Your Kids About Risks of Underage Drinking
These days, a considerable number of children in America start drinking by the time they reach middle school. Moreover, studies show that 50% of 8th graders have tried drinking alcohol. There are various reasons for kids to try drinking alcohol … Continue reading
How to Talk to Your Kids About Managing Peer Pressure
Peer pressure may be a key damaging factor in the lives of children and adolescents, that could lead to disastrous results like their trying and abusing tobacco, alcohol, and illegal drugs. However, parents have a powerful influence on their children … Continue reading
How to Talk to Siblings of Kids with Special Needs
Parents usually give more attention to children with special needs. This is why there are times when other children become confused or even jealous with the attention that their sibling is receiving. As early as possible, parents should explain the … Continue reading
How to Talk to Kids About Sibling Rivalry
Sibling rivalry is just one of the many issues that a family may encounter. There are times that brothers and sisters compete, fight, and get jealous with one another. This situation can be very stressful to parents and to the … Continue reading