The short answer is yes. Now those parents reading this are likely doing a lot to keep their teenagers out of trouble. So you will likely stop reading, but there might be a few things you could do a little more. 1) Know your kids’ friends. Get information yourself from their parents. This might be…
While many people will disagree with my views on this subject, I maintain that sexting today is wrought with similar issues of teens and sexual activity. It is hard for them to say ‘no’ because it is new and exciting just like any sexual activity. Our response is ‘just don’t do it’ and that doesn’t…
My topic this Saturday with Scott on 840WHAS was grief and children at this time of the year. Divorce, death and even moving can lead to children experiencing loss. However I have find that while these can be traumatic events. children and resilient! Often it is the parents we need to support. For all of…
Parents are reviewing the “nice” lists of their children even if they might be on the naughty list. New toys that might lead to parents complaining they spend too much time on those items or some parents may be buying gifts with the idea that it can be something new they can use as punishment.…
As we enter the holiday season, I was trained that depression often runs high, but it was today that I got a message saying a dear colleague took his life a few days ago. He worked around many mental health professionals and was greatly admired. While I don’t know his story, please let it serve…
Once again I'll be at the state fair with Leland Conway. Always have an interesting conversation at the state fair, and a little less serious than most. Please stop by and say hello during the WHAS day.
