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Cathy Taughinbaugh's focus since the beginning has been to have a resourceful site where people can gain the support they need as well as find valuable information about addiction and recovery.
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Denial and enabling behaviors can get in the way of helping your child change. They are understandable because sometimes, you need time to understand your ..read more
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2M ago
Have you heard about CRAFT? Are you looking for a kinder, more compassionate way to deal with your struggling child? Would you like to know ..read more
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4M ago
There is no place like home. ~ L. Frank Baum, author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Like many, I have fond memories of the ..read more
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6M ago
Are you keeping secrets? Do you wnat a better understanding of why your child is keeping secrets? You are not alone if you have been ..read more
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6M ago
Trauma is a fact of life. It does not, however, have to be a life sentence. ~ Peter A. Levine Many have suffered from generational ..read more
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11M ago
Are you concerned about keeping your tween or teen safe online?
Social media makes parenting especially challenging these days.
Yet, nothing is more important than keeping your kids safe both in their in-person and online interactions.
Bark helps parents monitor their children’s devices and what they see online.
You can watch my interview with Titania Jordan here:
I’m not affiliated with Bark, but if I were a parent of a tween or teen, I would want a tool like this to help keep my child safe.
Here are some statistics about the parental control alerts from Bark’s annual report:
Bullying:
Aler ..read more
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1y ago
Do you have concerns about your son or daughter’s substance use?
For many parents, that is a confusing and frightening situation to face.
Addressing these matters requires a collaborative and supportive approach from family and friends.
First and foremost, your dedication to your child’s well-being is commendable.
It’s essential to approach this situation with sensitivity and understanding.
Research shows that a more compassionate approach will encourage your child to feel more open to discussing their situation.
Here are a few ideas that can help:
Open Communication:
I encourage open and ho ..read more
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1y ago
Do you have hope? It’s not always easy when our kids are struggling.
We all need some kind of dream to keep us going in the darkest times.
Having hope can give us the incentive to hang on a little longer when our son or daughter’s substance use is keeping us stuck.
In addition, we need something to keep us going when we desperately want something to change. It gives us one reason to keep moving forward when the outcome is uncertain.
The definition of hope is:
a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen
a person or thing that may help or save someone
grounds for believing ..read more
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1y ago
Nobody can bring you peace but yourself. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
Peace of mind can be hard when we are concerned about our kids. I remember having sleepless nights, feeling fear for my child, and sadness.
I often wished there was a button I could push to make my feelings go away.
Inner freedom and peace of mind are valuable and will help you stay healthier.
Those who can let go of negative thoughts and focus on what is going well in their life will have more peace of mind.
Do you ever feel imprisoned by the thoughts circulating in your mind?
We often worry, stress, and feel anxious becau ..read more
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1y ago
In an age where screens dominate our interactions and virtual connections often replace face-to-face conversations, parents grapple with concerns about their children’s well-being. One pressing issue that has emerged in recent years is the potential link between loneliness and substance use among the youth.
As parents, understanding this connection is crucial for fostering open communication and addressing the root causes of substance use. In this article, we’ll delve into the intricate relationship between loneliness and addiction and explore ways to support our children in navigating t ..read more