Research out of Spain has shown that eating regular meals helps teenagers stay slimmer, regardless of their exercise regime, and can help prevent obesity. http://cordis.europa.eu/fetch?CALLER=EN_NEWS&ACTION=D&SESSION=&RCN=34762
Read More »The magic mute button
June 25, 2012 | For parents of children,For parents of teenagers,metaphors to help facilitate communication | Click on title to comment!
One day, while I was watching TV, the phone rang. I pressed mute on the TV and talked to my friend on the phone. At one point, the TV distracted me. A character was having a considerable temper tantrum that grabbed my attention. The other characters around him seemed truly affected by the tantrum. However, […]
Read More »Keeping your kids entertained for the summer
June 25, 2012 | For parents of children | Click on title to comment!
some tips for backyard fun: http://www.babysittingjobs.com/blog/10-low-cost-ways-to-turn-your-yard-into-a-fun-zone/
Read More »Educational apps
June 20, 2012 | For parents of children,For parents of teenagers | Click on title to comment!
Some apps to keep your kids thinking over the summer: http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/sns-201206181830–tms–appolctnap-a20120618-20120618,0,969830.story http://www.chicagotribune.com/site/newspaper/business/sc-cons-0621-apps-of-the-week-20120622,0,5364548.story
Read More »Teens and alcohol
June 20, 2012 | For parents of teenagers | Click on title to comment!
Teenagers who drink alcohol are more likely to feel like social outcasts, and the social stress of drinking also takes a toll on their school performance, according to a new study. http://www.philly.com/philly/health/HealthDay665707_20120619_Teen_Drinkers_May_Feel_Like_Social_Outcasts__Study.html?cmpid=138896554#ixzz1yLtBcTKl Watch sports videos you won’t find anywhere else
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