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Teen Dating Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on abuse and build safer futures. While many think of domestic violence as an adult issue, it often […]
Tips for Talking to Teens about Dating and Relationships
If you are a parent to a blossoming teen, consider discussing these crucial aspects of relationships with your child before they enter a relationship: 1. Define a healthy relationship Teach […]
Bullying Prevention: What Parents of Teens Need to Know
Bullying is more than “kids being kids.” For today’s teenagers, bullying can take many forms—physical, verbal, social exclusion, or even online harassment. As a parent, it can be heartbreaking to […]
The Talk: How to Have Ongoing Conversations with Your Teen About Sexual Health
Having “the talk” with your teen can feel uncomfortable—but it’s one of the most important conversations you’ll ever have. Sexual health isn’t always a natural topic, but the more you […]
Teen Sexual Assault: Information for Parents
What Is Sexual Assault? Sexual assault is any sexual contact that a person does not freely agree to—also called “consent.” Consent means freely choosing to participate without pressure, threats, or […]
Tips for Talking to Your Young Teen about Relationships
When parents talk with their kids about healthy relationships, they help protect them from unhealthy dynamics and dating violence. Middle school is the perfect time to start these conversations. Even […]
Talking with Teens About Pregnancy Prevention: A Parent’s Guide
Let’s revisit a sensitive and important subject: preventing teen pregnancy. For many parents, it’s a balance of caring deeply, wanting to protect, and yet needing to trust and empower their […]
Understanding Self-Harm
What is self-harm? Self-harm is when a person inflicts pain to/on their body purposefully. Self-harm is also called non-suicidal self-injury. Self-harm can take many different forms. Self-harm is not a […]
Trauma
What Is a Traumatic Event? A traumatic event is a frightening, dangerous, or violent event that poses a threat to a child’s life or bodily integrity. Witnessing a traumatic event […]
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