May / June 2008
Photo Journaling
Coaching Parents to Record, Revisit and Reminisce
By Dr. Caron Goode,
www.acpi.biz
Published: May / June 2008
It’s a precious time when family
gathers around to relive generations of family memories, moments
and monumental occasions of times past. Even elementary school
aged children marvel at photographs that captured their first
smile and steps and at photographs of grandparents holding their
own newborns- the child’s parent.
July / August 2007
January / February 2007
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Young at Heart | Heart Health
Practices for Children - Heart disease is not just for
grandpa anymore. According to the National Institutes of Health
(NIH), heart disease can originate in childhood. In a recently
concluded study, the NIH discovered many of the conditions that
lead to heart disease, including high blood pressure and
hardening of the arteries, can begin as early as age five.
November 2006
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Gratitude More Than an Attitude -
Gratitude is more than an attitude. Recent studies show that
grateful people are happier, more resilient, and less depressed.
They also have higher self-esteem and better relationships.
These results prove that gratitude is more than polite manners
and positive thinking. It is a way of life, and a wonderful
legacy to leave our children.
September 2006
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Bit by Bit Building a Positive
Family-Image with Scrapbooking - We are all aware of what a
positive self-image can do for a person. It gives him the
confidence to achieve more. It picks him up when he is down. It
makes it possible for him to enjoy life to the fullest. The same
holds true for families. Like individuals, every family has its
ups and downs. Situations such as illness, separation, divorce,
and parent-child power struggles can dent a positive
family-image. One way to offset the effects of these situations
is to involve the family in a group project.
August 2006
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Spare the Rod, Ten Reasons to
Not Spank Your Child - Parents wear many hats. Among
them are role model, doctor, and chauffeur. Often their most
difficult role is that of disciplinarian. Disciplining
children is complex. It requires patience and understanding.
For centuries, spanking was the primary discipline tool.
Unfortunately, it is ineffective and can be harmful.
Countless studies have shown that spanking does little more
than perpetuate aggression and violence. This is only one
reason to not spank your child. Here are ten more.
July 2006
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Temper Temper, Dealing with Your
Toddler's Tantrums - Temper tantrums are a part of
growing up. As your child moves from babyhood to toddlerhood,
she learns at an extraordinary pace. She is literally learning
something new everyday. Unfortunately, her cognitive and
physical skills are often times not in sync. This leads to
frustration, which leads to temper tantrums.
June 2006
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Two
Thumbs Up - In parenting circles, thumb sucking is a double
edge sword. On one hand, it comforts your child. On the other,
it may cause orthodontia problems. This ongoing debate boils
down to one question: When should parents take issue with thumb
sucking?
May 2006
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