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New research suggests that time spent with other kids and not with screens helps them learn essential social skills: http://nymag.com/scienceofus/2017/03/kids-are-better-friends-if-they-spend-time-away-from-screens.html And another study shows that spending three or more hours a day on screens, including watching TV, using computers, or playing video games could put kids at risk of type 2 diabetes. http://www.theverge.com/2017/3/13/14888530/screen-time-type-2-diabetes-risk-children-health    

This author offers some tips on encouraging resilience and independence in your kids:   http://honey.nine.com.au/2017/03/15/12/18/mums-parenting-resilience-children

New research has provided evidence that a gene involved with the transport of serotonin – a neurotransmitter that contributes to feelings of wellbeing – is related to social anxiety disorder.   http://www.sciencealert.com/study-finds-some-much-needed-clues-into-the-genetic-cause-of-social-anxiety?utm_source=ScienceAlert+-+Daily+Email+Updates&utm_campaign=bee67f1ba4-MAILCHIMP_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_fe5632fb09-bee67f1ba4-365490661  

A recent study identified what parenting practices parents of successful kids tend to have in common: http://www.businessinsider.com/parents-of-successful-kids-2016-12/#they-develop-a-relationship-with-their-kids-6

Overcoming Youth Addiction to a Brighter Tomorrow: Joui and Dave Share Their Amazing Stories (shared by http://recoverywell.org) Photo credit: Pixabay   Every recovering addict I’ve interviewed agrees that a major part of sobriety is accepting responsibility for their past actions. But I met quite a few whose substance abuse began in childhood — long before they […]