Parenting in Uncertain Times
The experts at Triple P offer advice on communicating with our children during uncertain times.
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Talking to Your Children About the Attack on the United States Capitol
There has been nonstop news coverage of the attack on The United States Capitol. By now many children will have seen photos or video of the events and will have questions and concerns. How can you best address your child’s anxieties and concerns?
Read ArticleFive Factors for Strong Families
The good news is that the bad things that happen to a family don’t define them, and we can minimize the risks of adversity to children’s developing brains and bodies, which are more sensitive to stress, using “protective factors.”
Read ArticleSeven Ways to Grow Resilience
What protects us from believing the world is a dangerous place to live when hard times strike? Resilience. As our teens transition to adulthood, you can help them gain the skills they’ll need to flourish as adults.
Read ArticleLooking on the Bright Side During Times of Uncertainty
Many of us are really struggling as we adjust our lives during this COVID-19 coronavirus scare. We can look to positive psychology for some guidance. The science points to several ways that we can focus our energy in a more constructive way.
Read ArticleSetting the Example: 5 Coping Strategies for Parents
Dr. Susan Swick, the Physician in Chief of Ohana Center for Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health in Monterey offers helpful tips for parents coping with the current health crisis.
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