Parenting Tip: Conflict Resolution Examples

Conflict Resolution: Conversation Examples I chose two of the conflicts I see frequently between an adolescent boy and his parent.  Conflict Resolution Tool State the facts: Who, What, When and Where Make a judgment:  A judgment is an “I think you or me statement” about self and about other person State feeling:  The Big Four-mad, sad,…

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Parenting Tip: How to Resolve Conflict

Parenting & Conflict Conflict is a part of life.  I know people who thoroughly enjoy conflict and others who avoid it at all costs.  One of the cornerstones I cover with adolescent boys and their parents is “conflict resolution.”  By utilizing my process the family is able to communicate more effectively and peacefully. You-You-You One of…

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Raising a Son: The 5 Things No One Ever Told You About

Raising a son can be difficult, especially if you’re a mom “going it alone.”  There is a time in your son’s life that having a healthy male role model is imperative- and that time is when he is transitioning from a boy to a man. Suddenly, during this time your son acts like he can’t stand…

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Parenting Boys: What You Need To Know

  Are you parenting boys? Is dad active in his life?  Do you worry he could be in trouble? Parenting Boys:  Boys Without Fathers One of the most common issues our boys face is growing up without their father.   According to estimates, one in three boys currently lives in a home without a father…

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Raising Sons: “Priceless” Co-Parenting Tip

If you are raising sons and co-parenting with your ex, chances are communication is strained at best. Here is a parenting tip I think could be valuable and helpful. For the best results both parents need to be on same page in both homes-creating a team; more importantly the kids need to know mom and dad…

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Raising Sons: Parenting Basics-Safety First

Raising Sons: Parenting Basics As this year draws to a close and I reflect back on the many young men, families and professionals I have met both locally and online, I felt this is a good topic to discuss again. Far too often in my practice I meet families that are in the “cycle of…

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Your Son Needs Therapy. Find Out How to Afford Help!

    My Son Needs Therapy! How Can I Afford That?!? Raising Sons: Your Health Insurance Could be a Resource Does your son need therapy?  I can’t tell you the number of times I hear a single parent mom say “my son needs therapy, I think he’s in trouble but I can’t afford to get…

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Raising Your Son: the Best Gift to Give

  Raising Your Son Raising your son can be challenging at times. I want you to know the best gift you can give your son.  It isn’t a new video game or new pair of jeans, it’s not tangible at all, and it is the best gift you can give! My Gift to You The number of…

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Parenting Tips: Asperger’s Syndrome

As a young counselor, my first work before receiving my masters was working as a case manager and facilitator at Judivine-A Center for Autism. At the same time, I was Big Brother to three emotionally disturbed adolescent boys as a volunteer through Big Brothers/Big Sisters.  My training was essential on a basic level and the experience…

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