Three Simple Tips to Help your Child Overcome Bullying

October is National Bullying Awareness Month. According to Merriam-Webster, bullying is defined as abuse or mistreatment of someone vulnerable by someone stronger and more powerful. Unfortunately, bullying occurs far too often—according to the National Center for Educational Statistics, 20.8% of students reported being bullied, but 64% of children are bullied and do not report it. Bullying can make a child or teen feel isolated, shamed, anxious, or depressed. If you are worried that your child is struggling against bullies, read more about some simple tips for you to help...

Adolescence, Helpful tips, Parenting Techniques, TeenagersMarline Francois, LCSWOctober 15, 2017bullying, teens, children, school, teen gossip

4 Tips for Creating Healthy Relationships On and Off Social Media

From Instagram "likes" and Snapchat filters to Facebook "friending", social media has become part of teens' everyday lives. Social media and technology have become a mainstay in how teens connect with each other, with family and with the world at large. Read on for tips about healthy peer relationships and social media.....

Teenagers, Social Media, Adolescence, Helpful tipsMarline Francois, LCSWFebruary 6, 2017social media, healthy relationships, teens and social media, teen relationships, social media addiction, being present, teen gossip, teens and technology

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