Category Archives: Emotional Well-Being & Mental Health for Your Teen

Mirror mirror on the wall…

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Paula D'Orazio

Every name I got called. Every taunt, every mocking facial expression directed my way. Anyone who ever made a negative comment about my weight, height or appearance…I remember. Vividly. I’ve long pondered whether there was something emotionally wrong with me. … Continue reading →

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7 Effective Homework Habits

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Cynthia Lindsay RN

As I title this blog, I’m throwing a little reference to the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People in there… Uhmmm… Could effective homework habits be the beginning of developing a highly effective student? Fingers crossed… I’m hopeful. However, for some … Continue reading →

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Family First: Simple acts make a big difference…

Posted on October 11, 2013 by Cynthia Lindsay RN

As we wrap up National Family Week, it makes me stop to appreciate my wonderful and sometimes crazy family life. Even though I work with parenting every day and have many accreditations, I am far from being the perfect mother … Continue reading →

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Are you overscheduled? How I learned to make family time a priority.

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Cynthia Lindsay RN

‘Tis the season! No not the holiday season, it’s “my life is crazy busy starting in September” season. The start of school brings with it brisk cool mornings and the return to our hectic schedules. Does this sound familiar to … Continue reading →

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Why you need to TALK about suicide with your kids

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Cynthia Lindsay RN

Suicide accounts for 24% of all deaths among 15-24 year olds, and in Halton region alone, Regional police receive, on average, one suicide-related call per day. Think about that: a suicide-related call EVERY DAY from someone in distress. As much … Continue reading →

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