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Impatience linked to poor credit scores
Published on May 3, 2012
Recent research has found a direct link between impatience and low credit scores, and suggests compensating strategies. -
Kindergarten readiness: What you can do to ensure your child’s success
Published on April 26, 2012
Kindergarten readiness is a concern for many parents. What do experts recommend children know to start school? -
Teaching youth about fairness – Character Series Part 4
Published on April 26, 2012
Explore strategies for teaching fairness to youth in a world that is not always fair. -
Begin exercising long-term memory in toddlers with these at-home exercises
Published on April 24, 2012
There are simple, effective ways to help young children master the basics of memory. -
Compulsive Buying Disorder- what it is, how to diagnose it, and how to overcome it
Published on April 13, 2012
Author and psychotherapist, Olivia Mellan, provides a test for determining if someone is a compulsive shopper and offers several ideas for successfully dealing with it. -
Teaching trustworthiness to preschoolers will help build character
Published on April 6, 2012
Young children can learn good character traits through everyday experiences with the adults who care for them. -
You gotta’ have heart! Heart healthy tips for the whole family
Published on April 3, 2012
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States today. You can lower your family’s chances of getting heart disease by eating healthy foods and getting physical activity each day. -
Stay safe in the sun
Published on March 26, 2012
Being outdoors is great for children, but the sun can cause painful sunburns and long-term harm to their skin if not properly protected. Use these helpful tips to keep your family safe in the sun. -
Finding support for children and youth with deployed family members
Published on March 26, 2012
It is important to communicate with your child’s school, teachers, coaches and other important adults in their lives so they can help support your child during the deployment. -
Strengthening youth-parent relationships through mentoring
Published on March 23, 2012
Mentored youth show improved relationships with parents.