Estimated reading time: 6 minutes TV rots your brain. We’ve all heard some iteration of that phrase before. And it turns out, it may be true—and, to some extent, perpetuated by parents. But “rots” isn’t the best verb to use. A better word might be “molds” or “shapes.” And while those verbs may sound better, …
Boundaries & Limits
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Sibling conflict is unavoidable. It’s just part of life with young humans whose “life-giving skills are still developing,” Cartmell explains. But that conflict can have benefits.
These simple ways of disciplining your children enables other adults to see past your children’s behavior and enrich their lives.
As you correct your kids in their behavior, they need to hear four messages that affirm them and show them of your love and care.
Read about the dangers of drugs and alcohol, what the Bible has to say about getting high, how a teen can help a friend involved in substance abuse and resources for drug abuse.
Have you ever wondered if your baby is addicted to screens?
There is a balance in protecting our kids from harm and giving them the freedom to fail, struggle, and the skills to succeed.
Learning about sexting involving your teenager can seem frightening and overwhelming. Read more to discover some of the dangers surrounding sexting, relevant terminology, and repercussions. Finally, read our advice and guidance on how to appropriately and lovingly discuss this topic with your teenager.
TikTok has become a cornerstone of social media for kids and teens, but its impact goes far beyond viral dances and funny clips.
Some are calling this breed the “New American Girl.” She’s more physical, not afraid to be aggressive or go after what she wants, and she takes care of herself.
As a parent, you have the right to interact in a meaningful way within your child’s school community to impact success and learning.
Bring your teens back to life by helping them get more rest.
Physical activity is important to healthy child development but parents need to know how to prevent and respond to head injuries that may result in concussions.
Teenagers know social media is a problem. What they don’t know is how to live without it. That’s where you come in.
Learn what to do to teach your kids about their finances, your giving of allowances and more.
The Bible is full of passages to help us navigate the culture. How can you help your children think biblically about topics like entertainment?
Learning that your teenage daughter is having sex can likely leave you with more questions than answers. Following the initial wave of emotions and panic, you might ask yourself: How did I not know about this? What do I do now?
Marijuana continues to grow as a socially and legally accepted drug. Read our parent’s guide to marijuana to help in facing these situations.
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes When we hear the words video-game addiction, our minds generally leap to an image of a teen guy hunched over a game controller—empty Red Bull cans and chip bags at the side—glaring at a screen with bloodshot eyes at 3 a.m. Some of you might actually picture your bleery-eyed male …
