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- Babysitting Tips For Teens - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2008 from Tony PonceBabysitting is often one of the first jobs teens or preteens will have. Depending on the individual, and the ages and needs of the child(ren) to be cared for, kids may be ready to begin baby-sitting from about the age of eleven. Whether it is caring for younger siblings, neighborhood children, ...
Views: 3913 - ***Warning Signs Of Drug Use - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2008 from Sue AtkinsI try to move parents away from thinking in terms of 'signs and symptoms' of drug abuse because trying to spot 'warning signs' is really no substitute for good effective communication. The risks of relying on checklists are that you may jump to the wrong conclusions, think the worst, get it ...
Views: 2345 - ***Moving To Secondary School Easily - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2008 from Sue AtkinsChildren are about to move onto secondary schools. Perhaps your child is one of them. This is a time of great change for a child and for the family as a whole as this transition is a time of growth, learning and independence. Children naturally have mixed feelings about this change. "I was ...
Views: 1715 - Jobs For Teens: Tips For A Great Resume - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2008 from Eric MayoThe resume is a very powerful self-marketing tool that is designed to present your skills and qualifications in one neat package. An effective resume will give you an advantage over your competition in getting an interview where you can sell yourself. Your resume should be a one page summary of ...
Views: 1589 - ***Teenage Mood Swings .....are they normal? - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2008 from Sue AtkinsPerhaps you’ve heard from 'You don't understand me?' to 'Why can't you just stop going on at me and leave me alone!' all before and are wondering if it’s normal. Well, to reassure you …. it is but your teenager's mood swings can affect the whole family and they can be a source ...
Views: 9066(2 votes) - ****Top Tips for Successful Revision - for kids - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2008 from Sue AtkinsSo, the exams are here again! Don't panic and don't pretend they'll go away - they won't! If you're organised, you'll find the exams won't be the nightmare experience that you feared - and if you go about things the right way you'll even get time for some fun in between! Starting off First ...
Views: 3423 - ***How to handle anger positively with your teenage kids. - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2008 from Sue AtkinsEveryone gets angry with their kids at some time or another - it’s normal - it’s healthy - it’s a fact of life. Kids know just what buttons to push and they push them! I think as a parent and as a professional parent coach, it helps to accept that anger is an honest emotion, ...
Views: 2974 - Savvy Graduates Think Like Their Employers - by Submitted on May 31, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"Recent college grads who want to get off to a good start in their first professional job would do well to think like their employers. Every employer has a variety of needs and wants that employees are expected to fulfill. The best employees recognize those needs and do everything in their ...
Views: 1056 - Parents Should Help High School Grads Develop An Initial Plan For College - by Submitted on May 31, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"Have you and your new graduate developed a plan for the freshman year of college? Creating an effective plan of action for the start of college requires input from parents and students working together. Involved parents can begin to shape the future of their children by helping them develop an ...
Views: 1061 - Four Goals For Summer Employment - by Submitted on May 31, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"Most college students seek employment opportunities during the summer. They do this for two primary reasons: - To earn money for college - To gain experience in their field of study Because college is extremely expensive, finding work during the summer is a priority for students today. If ...
Views: 1303 - ***Creating Family Talk Time - by Submitted on May 27, 2008 from Sue AtkinsI have recently been coaching a local group of parents on their philosophy to life and their general family ethos. I asked them to think about things that were important to them in life like their values, their beliefs and their principles because parents who know what they feel strongly about ...
Views: 2175 - ***Avoid Labels And Giving Your Teenager A Bad Name - by Submitted on May 27, 2008 from Sue Atkins'Keep on telling me what I am, and that's what I'll become’. Labels are so easy to give and so hard to undo. So be careful how you describe your children to their faces, to your friends and listen to what other family members say about each other and be mindful of accepting what you hear from ...
Views: 3062(2 votes) - Book Review: Get Out of My Life, but First Could You Drive Me and Cheryl to the Mall?: A Parent's Guide to the New Teenager - by Submitted on May 27, 2008 from Laura MonzoThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Teenagers and Parenting. Teenagers and Parents share a special kind and amount of communication, compassion, and space while a child prepares for adulthood responsibilities. Sue Atkins is the Teenagers and Parenting. Get Out of My ...
Views: 1540 - Definition: Teenagers and Parenting - by Submitted on May 23, 2008 from Laura MonzoAdolescence is a transitional stage of physical and mental human development that occurs between childhood and adulthood. This transition involves biological (i.e. pubertal), social, and psychological changes, though the biological or physiological ones are the easiest to measure objectively. ...
Views: 5200(1 vote) - Teens: How To Help Them Get Over Depression - by Submitted on May 20, 2008 from Preeti NarayanLike adults, teens also feel depressed at times. This may be caused due to number of reasons like a fight with friend, failing to win in competition or sports, low score in test, exam stress, or any other problem at school or college. In such cases, what can you do to help your teenage son or ...
Views: 1234 - ***Getting The Right Balance Right! - by Submitted on May 19, 2008 from Sue AtkinsAs parents it's sometimes difficult to know where you stand with your growing and maturing teenager. As a young child they looked up to you for everything, but now they want you to drop them off at the end of the road so you won't embarrass them in front of their friends and to not dress like ...
Views: 1657 - ***“Stranger Danger” In The 21st Century - by Submitted on May 19, 2008 from Sue AtkinsThe days of not talking to strangers and not accepting sweets from them have long gone, as your child can make friends with people from around the global community in an instant. But how do you know who they are talking to and how do you monitor and keep a watchful eye on their activity? How ...
Views: 2358 - ***Getting Your Messy Teenager To Pull Their Weight! - by Submitted on May 19, 2008 from Sue AtkinsDo you feel like you're always wading knee-deep through your teenager's piles of discarded clothes, dirty glasses, crisp packets and magazines? Does it drive you mad to see the constant mess in your teenager's bedroom and if you do go and tidy it up do you find that instead of being thankful, ...
Views: 5742 - ***Your Parenting Values - by Submitted on May 18, 2008 from Sue AtkinsWhat’s really important to you as a parent? What values or principles are really important to you? What’s your ethos in life …. What do you stand for? The reason for doing this is that your values are like your personal compass - they guide your decisions - they are what you ...
Views: 2021(1 vote) - Troubled Teen? You can Start Helping Right Away! - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Karen RyceWhat is the single most important goal to set to guarantee successful helping? Mutual Respect. If you want to help your troubled teen, it has got to start with you. You must be respectful first. Make respect your bottom line. Make respect your foundation. Decide that, starting now, you are ...
Views: 1179 - Advice for Teens looking for Jobs: Businesses Teens can Start - by Submitted on May 14, 2008 from Eric MayoMaybe you are too young to get a job or you simply like being your own boss. Starting a business may be the perfect choice to earn some money. With a little creativity and hard work, you can start your own business. There are many ways aggressive young people can get started in the business ...
Views: 1504(1 vote) - Ranking Of Schools Reducing The Quality Of Our Childrens Education. - by Submitted on May 13, 2008 from David HarlandMembers of Parliament have finally got round to listening to parents and children, with the eventual dawning that the system of national curriculum testing in educational establishments is having a poor effect on our children. The fact that regulations had ensured that teaching was reduced down ...
Views: 1017 - Parenting Teenagers Can Get Easy To Get Lost In The Tragedy - by Submitted on May 09, 2008 from jane margarethIt is part of educating children, teenagers feel excluded and worthless as a parent, is not it? Most children (remember, teenagers are still children) need one hand on their shoulders of their parents. While most of the time they take the right decisions, depending on what you by Years after the ...
Views: 854 - Teens: How to Help Them Get Over failure - by Submitted on May 09, 2008 from Preeti NarayanWe all do our best to teach our teens how to win. But teaching children how to handle failure and setback is equally important. Whether it's failing in test, or losing in dance competition or sports, failure can be painful for children. During such situations, what can you do to help your ...
Views: 1196 - 5 Steps In Dealing With A Defiant Teen - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Jamie SullivanDefiance is a common behavior in most teenagers, worse in some. Typically, when kids reach the teenage years, they are trying to establish independence. While being independent is a good thing, defiance is not. If you find you have a teen who continually acts out, challenging your authority, ...
Views: 1558 - The Ability To Reason - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Linda FlandersAs children make the transition from elementary school to middle school, many parents and kids have concerns about their ability to adapt to a whole new environment. This is a perfect time for students to learn the ability to reason “as a skill”; one they can actively use in the new situations ...
Views: 7982(1 vote) - Prom Music Song List - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2011 from Robert RenoLet me guess, you have been brainstorming the possible prom ideas and maybe even browsed through our prom theme songs; but what about the prom music song list? There are many types of genres that are considered dance music for a high school prom. These variety span all age groups over multiple ...
Views: 3966 - Teen Parenting: Career Planning For Your Children - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2008 from Preeti Narayan"How should I get established in my career?" "What should I do?" You can help your teen find answers to above important career questions. How? Help your teenage son or daughter in following the 3 simple Career Planning steps given below. These steps are based on more advanced career planning ...
Views: 959 - Display Of Addictive Behaviour In Teenagers - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2008 from Bercedeh Stark ArastehIn recent years addictive behaviour has been defined as a display of any excessive behaviour. This includes taking legal or illegal drugs and substances, or overindulging in activities like eating, exercising, shopping, surfing the Net, watching TV, playing game boy, seeking attention, viewing ...
Views: 1925 - The Fourth Reason Why Teenagers Drink - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2008 from Julie ChristiansenThis just in from ScienceDaily (Dec. 5, 2007) — Most high school seniors drink because they want to experiment with alcohol, some drink for the thrill of it, and others because it helps them relax. A new study finds that a fourth group of high school students share all those reasons for ...
Views: 2108 - Ordinary People Make The Difference - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"Seemingly ordinary people, like most of you, have the potential to achieve extraordinary results. When ordinary students push though the barriers that have obscured their potential, a wondrous change occurs and nothing will be the same again. Since there are few true geniuses, it is up to the ...
Views: 2831 - Urban Culture Of Traumatized Youths Creating Havoc - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Phyllis ReidThe level of violence among youths has risen to alarming proportions over the last few decades. The inner cities have become breeding grounds for youths committing felony crimes and grave yards for those being killed. The conditions that contribute to the delinquency among our youths are ...
Views: 1182 - Oh No! - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2008 from Gail ElliottLast week there was another terrorist-type school shooting. In the aftermath, it didn't take long to figure out that someone who fell between the cracks perpetrated this tragedy. This happens to be a recurring theme regardless of the venue of such an incident. Years ago I taught an at-risk ...
Views: 1401 - Prom Themes Ideas - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2011 from Robert RenoThere are many prom themes ideas for your committee to choose. Deciding on a theme is one of the more important decisions your High School planning committee will make. Just keep in mind with prom themes there is room to add or subtract details. If you remember this, then you should easily be ...
Views: 5268 - Search For Your Summer Job Now - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"Unless you already have a great summer job lined up, the time to start looking for one is now. This is especially true if you will be looking for a summer job in your field of interest or if you require one that pays well. To be more successful, get started early and follow these basic ...
Views: 960 - You Can’t Do It All In Your Senior Year - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"When I talk with students and their parents, I am frequently heard trying to make a critically important point. I try to convince people that the senior year job search actually begins in the freshman year. Many people are surprised when they hear this statement. And yet, I know that it is ...
Views: 1054 - Three Questions Lead To Student Success - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"Most students would like to be successful in college, career and life endeavors. However, not nearly enough good students approach those important goals in a manner that will pay off. The solution is to ask three questions that will show them what they need to know. Although the questions are ...
Views: 1181 - Search For Your Summer Job Now - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"Unless you already have a great summer job lined up, the time to start looking for one is now. This is especially true if you will be looking for a summer job in your field of interest or if you require one that pays well. To be more successful, get started early and follow these basic ...
Views: 1029 - You Can't Do It All In Your Senior Year - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"You Can’t Do It All In Your Senior Year by Bob Roth, The “College & Career Success” Coach When I talk with students and their parents, I am frequently heard trying to make a critically important point. I try to convince people that the senior year job search actually begins ...
Views: 583 - Too Much, Too Little, Or Just Right - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Barbara McRae, MCCThe reference to "helicopter parents" has resurfaced in the news lately. For those of you unfamiliar with it, the term describes parents who unnecessarily hover over their high school and college-age children. In my work with parents and teens, I find both over-and under-involvement ...
Views: 1245 - Motivation Today - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from jane margarethDo you know exactly what you want to be, do, and have? The specific goals and dreams that are guaranteed to give you the feelings and experiences you desire? If not, you know how confusing and frustrating this can be. But you don't have to deal with it any longer. Here idea to spark real change ...
Views: 827 - Physical Punishment Is Ineffective And Harmful - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2008 from Nicholas TanEffective discipline does not involve physical punishment of children. Recent studies have shown a direct link between physical punishment and several negative developmental outcomes for children including physical injury, increased aggression, antisocial behavior, difficulty adjusting as an ...
Views: 2703 - You Can Figure Out What Direction To Follow In College - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"For many college students, determining a direction and selecting a major can be a daunting task. Parents and friends usually offer their suggestions, talk about their experiences and voice their opinions. However, with so many options and uncertainties tugging at them, students may find that ...
Views: 1147 - To Find Success After College, Excel In Three Areas - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Bob Roth, "College Success"The “College & Career Success” Coach Success, during and after college, is the goal of nearly every college freshman. They understand that good college performance can open doors to jobs and further schooling. However, few students are clear about what this actually means. So let’s clear it ...
Views: 1412 - Motivation Today - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2008 from jane margarethDo you know exactly what you want to be, do, and have? The specific goals and dreams that are guaranteed to give you the feelings and experiences you desire? If not, you know how confusing and frustrating this can be. But you don't have to deal with it any longer. Here idea to spark real ...
Views: 804 - Adolescent Identity And Depression- Why And What To Do... - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Merri Ellen GiesbrechtAdolescent identity and depression often times go hand in hand. It’s not hard to see why. Adolescence is a time of discovering your identity and to top it all off in today’s world you may find yourself one of many teens will little if any positive encouragement from those around you. ...
Views: 1801 - Max Out Your Financial Aid: Get Your FAFSA Done Early - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Jeff MictaborSeveral schools are seeing a record-breaking number of college applications this year, The New York Times reported today, with the competition for open spots more fierce than ever. An increased demand for admission can mean increased demand for financial aid, so if you need money from grants and ...
Views: 2930 - Do As I Say And As I Do - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2008 from Nicholas TanChildren learn to imitate at a very young age. It’s how they learn to behave, care for themselves, develop new skills, and communicate with others. From their earliest moments they watch you closely and pattern their own behavior and beliefs after yours. Your examples become permanent ...
Views: 952 - School Homecoming Prom Dance Party Ideas Themes - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2011 from Robert RenoIs your student body planning a high school prom, dance, or party? Do you need ideas for your themes? Well look no further we can help spark your creative juices by going over several factors that determine a successful prom. High School Homecoming Most High School Homecomings are ...
Views: 11891(1 vote) - Children's Magazine Gift Ideas - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2008 from Craig ElliottImagine giving a gift that will last longer than the wrapping. Giving one which inspires imagination and brings fun all year long. When you give a subscription to a children's magazine as a gift for Christmas, birthday or any other gift-giving occasion, you are giving a gift that renews itself ...
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