It is estimated that 160,000 children miss school every day due to the fear of being attacked by another student. Additionally, 1 in 7 students from kindergarten through twelfth grade is either a bully or a victim of bullying. Whether kids are doing the bullying or being bullied they may experience serious, lasting consequences. In […]
Relationships
Human Trafficking: Know the Signs
In October of 2012, I was invited to participate on a university work group looking at the formation of a university research center on human trafficking at The Ohio State University. I didn’t even know what human trafficking was but the more I learned about it and its often invisible presence in Ohio, the more […]
A little time for ourselves……
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and while many may feel it’s just another day, I would like to challenge couples to some relationship enrichment. Communication is a cornerstone of a healthy, committed relationship but can also be a major challenge. Research suggests that couples spend less than 15 minutes a week, truly sharing […]
Setting Goals: Turning Family Dreams Into Realities
As Old Man Winter approaches, it’s easy to dream about tropical shores and family holiday vacations. For those struggling to make ends meet, those tropical shores might seem like only a fantasy. However, even with tight family budgets, fantasies can become reality with some planning and a bit of discipline. Planning starts with getting the […]
A Happier, Healthier Love
After we make our New Year’s resolutions and are just starting the new habits of better nutritional and physical activity, Valentine’s Day is lurking around the corner. If you ask children what they love about Valentine’s Day, the most common answer is “candy”. If you ask adults you will often receive the same answer! Indulge […]
Divide and Conquer: How to get the WHOLE family involved in household work
What does the research say? According to the Employment Policy Foundation’s Center for Work and Family Balance, nearly 75% of married couples are dual income earning families, many of which have children (Ameristat, 2002). Additionally, this number is expected to increase. As the number of working parents grows, so do the complexities of managing […]