Category Archives: Parenting

• Tuesday, 21 May 2013 15:29 Resources for Families Facing the Trauma of Tornadoes Posted by Adam Benton, PhD Resources for Families Facing the Trauma of Tornadoes and their Aftermath from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network  In light of the numerous tornadoes that have impacted the communities in Oklahoma and other surrounding states, our...

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• Tuesday, 21 May 2013 13:32 Managing Traumatic Stress: After a Tornado Posted by Adam Benton, PhD Managing Traumatic Stress: After a Tornado Taken from the American Psychological Association, Psychology Help Center The effects of tornadoes can be long-lasting and the resulting trauma can reverberate even with those not directly affected by the...

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• Friday, 17 May 2013 13:04 Making the Most of Summer: Part 1 – Strategies for Parents Posted by Adam Benton, PhD Making the Most of Summer Part 1 – Strategies for Parents! Children cherish the summer time.  They wait all year for the season when they can stay home and play with their friends. For them, summer...

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• Wednesday, 08 May 2013 18:50 Making the Most of Summer: Part 2 – Cultivating Positive Relationships Posted by Paula Morse, LPC Cultivating Positive Relationships  Oftentimes as parents, we accept the notion that siblings can not and will not get along. While some sibling conflict is normal, there are also things parents can do to set a positive...

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• Tuesday, 15 January 2013 23:09 Helping Children Cope with the Aftermath of School Shootings Posted by Adam Benton, PhD Helping Children Manage Stress in the Aftermath of School Shootings  December 17, 2012 Sadly, we’ve had another tragic shooting involving a school. Although we are quite a distance away, the 24/7 news coverage brings this tragedy...

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• Monday, 14 January 2013 7:28 Helping Children Prevent Teasing and Bullying Posted by Adam Benton, PhD Bullying is a serious problem for many children. Nearly one in three students experience bullying and some 40 percent of teachers observe bullying once a week or more, according to Chris Munsey’s recent report in the APA...

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• Wednesday, 02 January 2013 15:06 The Great Santa Claus Debate Posted by Gerald New The Great Santa Claus Debate. As we hit the new year at full steam ahead, I find myself with a few minutes to actually reflect on the whirlwind season that is Christmas. As parents, Sonya and...

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• Wednesday, 19 December 2012 23:35 It’s The Holiday Season: So, Where’s The Magic? Posted by Paula Morse, LPC   So, Where’s The Magic? The holiday season can bring up many emotions. For parents, Christmas can also bring pressure from many different directions: family gatherings, finding the “right” gifts, and creating special memories and traditions...

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• Saturday, 15 December 2012 15:33 East vs West: Reflections on Parenting with a Partner from Another Cultural Background Posted by Rebekah Evans PhD East vs West: Reflections on Parenting with a Partner from Another Cultural Background   As new parents, my husband and I have been learning the ins and outs of caring for a baby.  How to give...

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• Monday, 22 October 2012 1:23 Can Treating Moms with ADHD Help Their Kids? | Psych Central News Posted by Adam Benton, PhD Research has shown us that one of the greatest barriers for effective treatment of children with ADHD, is having a parent with untreated ADHD. The goal of this study is to determine if the need for stimulant...

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