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What about the Kids? How Addiction in the Family Affects Children
In the midst of active addiction and early recovery, the impact of the disease upon children is often underestimated. Thinking about how children are negatively affected gives us insight into how to support them.
Considering Structural Family Therapy for Children of Alcoholics & Addicts in Early Recovery
The needs of children in families of addiction are easily overlooked. Here's a quick guide to helping the children through, with specific recommendations based on age and developmental stage.
The Important Role of Bystanders – Teaching Great Kids How to Beat Bullying
An overwhelming majority of bullying incidents happen in front of peer bystanders – but no adults. Research shows clearly that when bystanders speak out against the bullying the bullying usually stops within seconds, but in an overwhelming majority of incidences, and for a number of reasons, bystanders do nothing to help. Learn more about the role bystanders play in the perpetuation of bullying and learn how you can teach your child to put a stop to any bullying she sees, while making sure she stays safe.
Helping Children Cope after a Disaster
A guide to how children feel and act after experiencing a disaster and what parents can do to minimize fear and other harms.