by Michele Borba | Feb 24, 2011 | Empowering Girls, Stress, The Big Book of Parenting Solutions
Research shows a disturbing trend: girls are drinking and binging more to reduce stress. Parenting solutions to help young girls Think drinking is only a “boy” problem? Data from the Partnership for a Drug-Free America may make you think again. The survey results on...
by Michele Borba | Feb 21, 2011 | Stress, The Big Book of Parenting Solutions
Young girls severe stress levels; Mental health at record low Parenting alert: Studies show steep rise in girls getting high to cope, as well as eating disorders, depression, suicide, self-mutilation, and perfectionism. Girls as young as 11 say they are...
by Michele Borba | Mar 21, 2010 | Uncategorized
After almost a decade of a decline in teen drug abuse, a new survey out this month shows a marked and troubling upswing in youth substance abuse. While there are some encouraging stats, the overall findings should make every parent keep an even closer eye on their...
by Michele Borba | Feb 9, 2010 | Character and Moral Intelligence, Late Breaking News
Earth to parents: Are you aware of the energy drink called, “blow?” If not you should. I know. Kids will be kids. But there are certain risky behaviors kids, tweens, and teens do that parents better wise up, get educated about and step in. Allowing kids to...
