Monthly Archives: February 2014

Fascinating New Information About Autsim

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Laurie

It is heartening to see all the new information that is coming out about autism. We have known for a very long time that more boys than girls are diagnosed with with autism spectrum disorders. But new research about why … Continue reading →

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When Foster Kids “Age Out” of the System

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Laurie

Recently my good friend, Joseph Galata, Executive Director for Sierra Association of Foster Families, has been talking about the many homeless young people he has met who were in foster care before ‘aging out’ of the system. It is a … Continue reading →

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When Tantrums are a Sign of More Serious Issues

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Laurie

Look, almost all kids at one time or another throw a earth-shaking, mind numbing tantrum. They are having a really bad day and that one last thing just tips them over the edge. Parents, teachers and casual bystanders are awestruck … Continue reading →

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Bullying can have long term consequences

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Laurie

Sadly, stories of bullying and the devastating consequences are in the news almost daily. New research is showing that being bullied can cause life-time issues. Many of our clients have been bullied and, in some cases have even bullied others. … Continue reading →

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How to Handle Homework

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Laurie

For a lot of families homework can be a one of the biggest challenges of the day. This is especially true with special needs kids. A new survey talks about what how much is average for different grade levels, why … Continue reading →

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When Being “Healthy” Turns Deadly

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Laurie

We all know that we should be thoughtful about what we eat. Limiting our caloric intake and increasing the amount of exercise we get is the a healthiest way to lose weight. But when weight loss becomes an obsession, it … Continue reading →

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Tip of the week 2.25.14

Posted on February 25, 2014 by Laurie

Regardless of the effort people put into their family life, some are confident it will work out well while others fear it will work out poorly. Let yourself see the good side of the what you are doing and what … Continue reading →

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College should be a time of Excitement

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Laurie

You would think that the college years would be a time for exploring the myriad of options available and a time to relish fewer rules and enjoy a new sense of freedom. However, research shows that for many young people … Continue reading →

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How do we deal with Teen Suicide?

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Laurie

This is such an emotional subject. My guess is that most people know of a teen that has taken their life. It may not be a personal experience. It may just be a teen in your child’s school, but you … Continue reading →

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Eating Disorders are a Serious Health Issue

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Laurie

Most of us have know or have heard about someone with an eating disorder. The number of people, young or old, male or female, dealing with this issue are growing very rapidly and what you may not know is that … Continue reading →

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