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Parenting

Working Moms Need to Delegate

As a working mom, the best way to reduce stress in caring for your family is to delegate chores and household responsibilities.

Letting God Heal Broken Hearts

Single moms and dads need to be aware of the burdens children carry as a result of the loss or neglect of a parent.

Punishment Versus Discipline

An effective parent has to learn the difference between punishment and discipline.

Teaching Service

Jesus set the standard of selflessness for His disciples when He told them to be His “witnesses, in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8). Such a command implies a life lived for others. While it may be too early to burden young children with such …

Why Kids Use Drugs

What are the factors that influence kids to try drugs or avoid them?

Stages and Warning Signs of Substance Abuse

Behaviors parents might notice if their teen or preteen is using drugs.

What if a Drug Problem Has Already Developed?

How to respond to your teen’s substance abuse

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Be Your Teen’s Role Model

One way to influence your kids is by being a good role model for them.

Unhealthy Ways to Argue with Your Teen

Four habits to avoid in family disagreements with your teens

What Contributes to Personality Clashes

Not all personality clashes result from opposite personalities between parent and child. Here are other factors to consider.

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Effective Communication With Your Teen

Allow your teen’s feelings to touch you, and then help him see that you truly understand his feelings.

How to Help Your Child Grieve

Tips to help your children through the grieving process.

Making Wise Decisions During Conflicts

Eight tips for creating a win/win solution

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Anger Busters for Kids

Here are eight ideas to calm your child.

Upset mom talking at her teen daughter who doesn’t care and is turned away and staring off into space

The Right Way to Communicate During Conflict

You’ll be amazed at how easily some arguments are solved after you both feel understood and valued.

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Losing Faith

Trusting God amid dashed hopes and dreams

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Finding the Best Solution to Any Conflict

Avoid power struggles by getting on the same team as your teen.

Choosing a Family Hobby

How to choose a hobby that the whole family can enjoy

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Helping Your Teen Learn Selfless Living

One of the biggest challenges parents face is training teens to consider the needs of others over their own needs.

Focus on Your Home

Don’t spend all your time trying to shelter your children from the other parent.