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Tips for Families
These tips cover a variety of issues that help families to improve communications, increase cooperation and deepen relationships among family members. The information is educational and not intended to replace family therapy. To obtain additional information, click on the links at the end of each article.
Welcome!
Our new blog will cover three areas: events and activities that involve donors and volunteers; tips to strengthen your family; and news, information, updates and opinions from me and the leadership staff of Heartland Family Service.More tips about: Activities, Annual Events, Communication, Family, From the CEO, In the News, Leadership, volunteer
Teens and Sex (Girls)
Teenagers today know so much more about sex than any other generation. Now they are sexually active with more partners at a younger age. Yet many parents are still uncomfortable about talking to their children about sex.More tips about: Communication, Parenting, Sex, Teens
Teens and Sex (Boys)
Teenagers today know so much more about sex than any other generation. Now they are sexually active with more partners at a younger age. Yet many parents are still uncomfortable about talking to their children about sex.More tips about: Communication, Parenting, Sex, Teens
Talking to Children During A National Crisis
At an early stage no one knows all the implications of what is happening. National crises are literally broadcast in progress. We are flooded with terrible images. It is impossible not to be anxious and worried, but calmness in adults is important to the kids who depend on them.More tips about: Children, Communication, Parenting
Parent/Child Communication
Good parent/child communication is tough sometimes. But that is because people don't take communication seriously. Good communication skills are truly an art form. You have to approach the other person carefully with respect and a sense of fair play. Poor communication skills increase conflict. Practicing good communication skills is the same as keeping oil in your car engine -- it helps everything run smoothly and efficiently.More tips about: Children, Communication, Parenting
