Resilience Tips for Parents
You hear a lot these days about ‘helicopter’ or ‘snowplow’ parenting as a way to define parents who remove all the obstacles in their kids’ path to protect them from failure, disappointment – whatever....
View ArticleSociety for the Prevention of Teen Suicide Partners with School of Rock
The School of Rock has partnered with Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide to give support to an incredibly important cause. Teen suicide rates have risen at an alarming rate, making young...
View ArticleFostering Resilience In Our Children in Scary Times
Fostering Resilience in Challening and Scary Times Parenting has never been an easy job, and there is no manual on how to be the best possible parent, especially in our current challenging times. As...
View ArticleBack to School: Helping Your Child With School Transitions
Helping Your Child With School Transitions September is upon us again and as always, it is a time of transition for all! For some kids going back to school alone can be an anxious and scary time, but...
View ArticleKeep Calm and Carry On: Taking care of our fears in the midst of Coronavirus
The Corona virus has created such a sense of uncertainty, it is a natural response to feel increased anxiety and fear during these difficult times. However, it is not helpful to think in terms of...
View ArticleMarch Madness or Sadness: Dealing with disappointment due to Coronavirus...
How can we help our children deal with disappointments due to Coronavirus Cancellations? By Susan Tellone, RN, BSN, CSN, MSN During this Coronavirus outbreak, a majority of what l I keep hearing on...
View ArticleStaying Focused And Grounded During Quarantine
Staying Focused and Grounded During Quarantine: An Open Letter From a School Counselor Hello, everyone! I am Jenna Cavadas, the Student Assistant Counselor at Ocean Township High School. I have...
View ArticleSuicide: A Topic Worth Talking About
The following essay was written by SPTS Youth Council Member and high school student, Fatima, who wishes teenagers would feel more comfortable talking about suicide to help spread awareness and...
View ArticleNew Year, New Outlook: Utilizing Vision Boards for Your Best 2022
With 2022 making its debut, we again find ourselves in the time where we choose our New Year’s resolutions. Whether it’s eating healthier, or getting more organized, unfortunately many of us often...
View ArticleHow You Can Reduce Mental Health Stigma
A few months ago, I received the honor of being asked to serve on the Governor’s council on Mental Health Stigma, which I humbly accepted. This appointment has really spurred me on to think about...
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