(ARA) – As your older children board the bus to go back to school, it can be difficult for the younger ones. They’re not only losing a play companion, but may feel they’re missing out on an exciting new world. But never fear, there are plenty of ways you can bring the wonderment of the [...]

A major part of good communication between parent and child is active listening. But, what is ACTIVE listening? It means not merely staring at the child while he or she talks, but actively taking in what is said and exploring its meaning.
The mechanics of active listening are simple, though a parent may need to remind [...]

Few subjects in parenting are as fundamental, or as important, as communication. Humans function so much by language, whether implicit or explicit, that learning how to communicate effectively affects virtually every other sphere of family relations.
But developing good strategies for good communication, based on sound ideas, is extremely complicated. Individuals differ so widely in age, [...]

A fundamental fact for almost all children is that eventually they grow older. But, sadly, not all grow up. If an individual is to have a hope of a happy life, a large amount of independence is essential.
Independence, here, does not mean never needing another person, nor creating every value that one needs – physical, [...]

Sometimes it’s surprising that the divorce rate isn’t actually higher than it is (about 46% in the U.S.). Assuming it isn’t just inertia on the part of the 54%, it’s a tribute to the willingness of so many couples to work out their differences.
Fortunately, most parents will agree on one thing: the children should not [...]

Eight tips for parents to teach their children about money
(ARA) – A child’s first allowance is a milestone for both parents and children. The allowance experience, an American tradition, provides an inexpensive way for parents to give children lifelong lessons in money management and to help them appreciate the value of a dollar.
However, many parents [...]

A child with high self-esteem is a child who can trust others, and feels secure and accepted in their social circle. They have been taught to know their self-worth and can face challenging situations with a high confidence and better attitude. It will also keep them from allowing them to be bullied or threatened by [...]