In the wake of the deeply disturbing events in Connecticut on Friday, many of you may be wondering about the best way to talk to […]
Tips for Improving Family Communication
Families are busier than ever and one of the things I find they often struggle with is effective communication. When a family describes a situation […]
Math Fact App Recommendations
There are a number of excellent educational apps available for the iPhone, iTouch, and iPad. I am going to try to share some of my […]
Quotes by the Dalai Lama
If you’re in the need of a quick “pick-me-up”, or want an thought to ruminate on while meditating, check out this page with quotes from […]
Central Auditory Processing Disorder Defined
According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) is defined as difficulties in the processing of auditory information in the central […]
Too Much Information (Can Lead to Worse Decisions)
The vast amount of information available on the Internet has changed my life in many ways. Most of them are good. For example, if I […]
My teenager and I are constantly arguing. How do I change that?
Parent-child conflict in the teen years is common as teens begin to exert their independence and as parents try to maintain appropriate boundaries. However, if […]
Encouraging A Growth Mindset: A Presentation by Dr. Vickie Schafer
Recent research by Dr. Carol Dweck has found the importance of encouraging a growth mindset in our children. Children who learn that success comes from […]