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Month: April 2017

9 Tools for Middle Schoolers to Master Conflict

“I felt like you really betrayed me when you did that to me,” my daughter sternly said to me. I replied, “That came across a little harsh, and I was put on the defensive. Can you try another word?” She

Sarrah AbuLughod April 30, 2017 Article Archives, Parenting, Youth Read more

How miscommunication happens (video)

Have you ever talked with a friend about a problem, only to realize that he just doesn’t seem to grasp why the issue is so important to you? Have you ever presented an idea to a group, and it’s met

Sarrah AbuLughod April 26, 2017April 26, 2017 Article Archives, Marriage, Mental Health, Youth Read more

5 Tips for Talking to Kids About Mental Illness

If you’re a parent and you or another family member has experienced mental health concerns, you might be worried about talking to your children about them. Should you discuss it at all? If you do, what should you say? Your

Sarrah AbuLughod April 26, 2017 Article Archives, Mental Health, Youth Read more

When Hate Leads to Depression – NY Times Op Ed

This Week in Hate highlights hate crimes and harassment around the country since the election of President Trump. Women afraid to go out in public. College students struggling in school. Employees feeling unsafe on the job. People of all walks

Sarrah AbuLughod April 26, 2017 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more

Six Strategies for Effective Learning (infographic)

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16 Tips for Drama-Free Parenting

by Laura Markham, PhD, Contributor to Family & Parenting on AllThingsHealing.com Parents often ask me how to get along with their suddenly volatile preteen daughter. It’s a shock when your previously sweet little girl starts throwing tantrums again. Twelve year old girls

Sarrah AbuLughod April 26, 2017 Article Archives, Parenting, Youth Read more

Gardening with Kids: How It Affects Your Child’s Brain, Body and Soul

For parents struggling to find ways to encourage their kids to eat a healthy and balanced diet, gardening can be an important tool. Don’t let the idea overwhelm you. Gardening doesn’t require a perfectly level, large or sunny backyard. Try

Sarrah AbuLughod April 26, 2017 Article Archives, Mental Health, Parenting Read more

Islamophobia: Psychologists are studying the impact of anti-Muslim sentiment

Islamophobia Psychologists are studying the impact of anti-Muslim sentiment and exploring ways to prevent it By Rebecca A. Clay | April 2017, Vol 48, No. 4 |Print version: page 34 When President Donald Trump first tried to stop citizens from

Sarrah AbuLughod April 26, 2017 Article Archives, Mental Health, Parenting Read more

How we remember (infographic)

Sarrah AbuLughod April 26, 2017 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more

When Your Child Hits You: A script

“For me the biggest problem still remains my own anger and fear when my boy is crossing the line — especially regarding safety. He has hurt me badly so many times. I know that probably he didn’t mean it but

Sarrah AbuLughod April 11, 2017 Uncategorized Read more
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