Transitioning from summer freedom to classroom challenges can be a significant adjustment for teenagers. During the summer, adolescents often experience a sense of liberation, enjoying unstructured time, and pursuing their interests. However, as they return to the structured environment of a school, various challenges arise. Fortunately, there are different strategies available to parents that will … Read more
Parenting can be a challenging journey, especially when dealing with defiant children. Defiance is an expected behavior that can leave parents feeling frustrated and overwhelmed. Defiant behavior in children is often characterized by disobedience, argumentative attitudes, and an unwillingness to follow rules or instructions. Understanding the underlying causes of this behavior is crucial for parents … Read more
Parenting can be challenging, especially when dealing with the complexities of raising children in today’s fast-paced world. Youth parenting support is an essential service that can assist parents in navigating the unique challenges of raising adolescents. It is crucial to identify the need for youth parenting support as it helps parents access the necessary resources, … Read more
Making healthy food choices benefits the whole family! Involving your children and youth in this process builds connections, can be fun and an opportunity to be creative. Here are some ideas to help get you started: Coming Together as a Family is Empowering: Give your children or teen a chance to pick a new vegetable … Read more
Congratulations to Dr. Lisa, President and C.E.O of Parents Anonymous® for receiving the 100th Anniversary Champion for Children Award from Child Welfare League of America. As CWLA celebrates 100 years of leadership in creating and advancing standards of practice, advocacy, and information sharing to enhance the well-being of children and families, CWLA is thrilled to … Read more
Times are different right now. Now, more than ever, keeping any degree of normalcy and stability can be especially meaningful. What can we do to honor the activities that have always stayed the same—our family traditions? While we may not be able to go door-to-door caroling every night this December, we can honor that tradition … Read more
Dias de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1st in south and central Mexico. My two daughters and I make an altar to honor and remember the lives of those who have passed. I have a Mexican background – my father is from Nayarit, a state in northern Mexico, and my mom … Read more