There are so many important topics to discuss with our children when they are given a smartphone, maybe one of the most difficult is on the topic of sexting. A study by JAMA Pediatrics released in 2019 revealed at least 1 in 4 teens are receiving sexually explicit texts and emails and at least 1 […]
Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. Family Support Group meetings are held on Tuesdays at the Cappellini Community […]
Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. Family Support Group meetings are held on Tuesdays at the Cappellini Community […]
Parents and professionals will be empowered to engage in authentic (real) educational conversations with teens. This webinar will dive into teen alcohol abuse including usage trends and the dangers of binge drinking, blackouts, and alcohol poisoning. Parents will be provided some up to date information regarding social host laws. For those raising or working with teen(s) in […]
Join Operation Parent for a conversation with authors Marc and Lianna Treitler as they discuss addiction, genetic predisposition and what your child needs to know if there is an addiction in your family. "If you are one of the billions of people with a genetic predisposition, even one drink, or using drugs one time can […]
Drug Crisis in Our Backyard is pleased to offer Family Support Groups, an interactive forum for family support and education. We have recurring meetings where parents and families can obtain information and support in dealing with problems with drug abuse and addiction in their homes. Family Support Group meetings are held on Tuesdays at the Cappellini Community […]
Feeling stressed and anxious during this unusual time of school closing, social distancing and canceled school events? Not sure what to say or how to help your teen cope? You are not alone. Join us as Dr. Tanya Stockhammer, Clinical Psychologist, will explain the positives and unhelpful components of anxiety, what happens to our teens […]
The sudden changes brought on by the current pandemic are challenging for students, but also for families. Adapting to remote learning environments can be tough. The Jed Foundation (JED) will offer a free webinar to share expert strategies and advice for managing stress, and helping caregivers help themselves and their children. On Wednesday, April 22 from […]
Dr. Sussman, a psychiatrist who specializes in video game addiction, will share knowledge of how excessive screen use affects our children and their brains based on scientific evidence as well as 12 years of private practice experience. Register now.
Join Randi Silverman in a discussion about how caring adults can use a common language that encourages collaborative and trusting relationships to support the mental health of our youth and families. Register now.