Parenting

The Art of Listening: Helping Your Teen by Saying Less

The Art of Listening: Helping Your Teen by Saying Less

Your teen comes to you with a problem, and you, with all your experience, know just how to solve it. So, you give her the benefit of your experience and knowledge, and her eyes start to glaze over. She’s drifting away, and you wonder, why doesn't she appreciate it? Why isn't she taking notes…

Substance Use Trends: Fentanyl, Tranq (Xylazine) and other Opiates

There are various addictive and dangerous substances that people in our community may access. This newsletter intends to highlight Fentanyl, Tranq (Xylazine), and Opiates which are substances causing serious health problems in the United States. People are now able to obtain these drugs via internet sources. This process only compounds the substance abuse crisis.

Matt Bellace, PhD: Supporting Teens in Reducing Their Stress (and Ours)

Matt Bellace, PhD: Supporting Teens in Reducing Their Stress (and Ours)

Recent research suggests that well-adjusted teenagers have stronger non-cognitive skills, such as self-control, grit and resilience. This program will focus on how Mahwah, NJ parents can help foster those skills in a supportive environment without arguing. Specifically, it will present techniques such as…