COVID has been a game changer when it comes to family challenges. Today, the work/family life balance may literally be a parent balancing a child on their lap while working from home. Parents are improvising with childcare, homeschooling, remote work, and even with...
Years ago, I worked at Waypoint (Child & Family Services) with young people in the runaway and homeless youth programs. I met youth who were escaping abuse, or parental alcohol and drug use, or were not welcome in their parents’ homes due to sexual or gender...
Relationships with parents and non-parent adults can help youth find direction and meaning in their lives — giving them a sense of safety, community, and belonging. Mentors provide support, guidance and open up opportunities for young people to explore their...
According to 2019 CDC data, one in every five Americans has some form of chronic pain. Treatment is often ineffective despite medication, physical therapy, surgery, and therapy. The latest episode in the“Power of Prevention” podcast series explores an evidence-based...