Healthy Self-Esteem

Healthy self-esteem is a child’s shield against the challenges of the world. Kids who feel good about themselves seem to have an easier time handling conflicts and resisting negative pressures. Parents play a big role in the development of their child’s self-esteem. This is how you can make a difference:

* Watch what you [...]

Prevention of Drug Abuse

There are many different kinds of drug abuse: alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceutical, inhalants, gateway drugs, and hard core drugs. Early prevention is the key to keep our children safe. Here’s what parents can do.

* Be your kids’ greatest fan. Compliment them on all of their efforts, the strength of their character and their individuality.
* [...]

Prevent Sexual Abuse

The statistics are alarming – 1 in 3 girls and 1 in 7 boys will be molested before age 18. Approximately 85% of sexual offenders are known to the child and 50% are parent figures. There is no way we can completely protect our children from sexual abuse, but there are some ways [...]

Home Safety Tips

If you could make one place a safe haven for your children, where would it be? For many parents, the answer is their homes. Yet research shows more than 4.5 million children are injured in the home every year.

* Check for fire hazards. Look for frayed electrical wires or flammable materials near [...]

Neighborhood Safety

Unfortunately no neighborhood is completely immune to crime. However, there are steps you can take to help keep your family and your neighborhood safe.

* Know where your children are. Have your children tell you or ask permission before leaving the house and give them a time to check in or be [...]

Being Bullied

If you think your child is being bullied or if your child has told you that he or she is being bullied, you can help. Parents are often the best resource to build a child’s self confidence and to teach him or her how to best solve problems. Here are a few ways you can [...]

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