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    • Sue Scheff: Cyberstalking and Internet Defamation Documentary - Don't Miss It! November 9, 2009
      For everyone and anyone that is reading this, you use the Internet. I recently watch the most compelling and disturbing documentary. I almost feel like Oprah when I say – you have to watch this! I have never been so moved to anger, rage, and other emotions that we are now confronted with because of monsters that lurk online.My recent book, Google Bomb, is th […]
    • Sue Scheff: Kids Who Hide Their Illiteracy November 7, 2009
      Source: Connect with KidsKids Who Hide Their Illiteracy“You always found a way to get out of it, and you got further and further behind 'cause you weren't understanding what you were reading.”– Chad, 18 years oldOne in 7 American ... 32 million ... can't read according to a new study released by the U.S. Department of Education. And some among […]
    • Sue Scheff: Bullying in Schools November 5, 2009
      Its seems that bullying is a growing and stinging problem. Years ago we remember being teased or made fun of, but today it seems bullying has become more vicious and malicious. We now know that sticks and stones can break your bones - but words CAN hurt you! The emotional damage can sting a lot longer than a physical injury.Take the time to be an educated pa […]
    • Sue Scheff: Teen Gang Rape, Teen Sexual Abuse, Teen Dating Violence November 3, 2009
      With the recent gang rape of a 15 year-old girl in Richmond, California, our country is awakening to one of the ugliest forms of abuse to teens. Sexual abuse, assault and rape of teens are horrendous and more attention needs to be brought on this subject.Teen dating violence and abuse is an issue parents need to be aware of and learn more about. Love is Not […]
    • Sue Scheff: Habits of Highly Successful Teens November 2, 2009
      I believe we all want to see our teens succeed. Here are some fantastic insight and advice from Education.com.Source: Education.com7 Habits of Highly Successful TeensFor teens, life is not a playground, it’s a jungle. And, being the parent of a teenager isn’t any walk in the park, either. In his book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, author Sean Covey […]
    • Sue Scheff: Outrageous School Policies: What Parents Can Do October 31, 2009
      Has “zero tolerance” gone too far? I hear from parents regularly and I must admit, although I completely understand safety of our children is always a priority, some of the suspensions or incidents that land immature young students in alternative school situations, can be troubling – debatable at least. I believe each incident should be reviewed individually […]
    • Magnolia Christian School formerly Carolina Springs Academy Alert October 30, 2009
      Are you at your wit's end and desperately searching the Internet for help for your out of control teen? Is your child a good teen making some very bad choices? Failing in school? Underachieving? Defiant? Runaway? Teen drug use? Teen drinking?Are you considering a Residential Treatment Center (RTC), Therapeutic Boarding School (TBS), Emotional Growth Pro […]
    • Sue Scheff: Hiding Drugs From Parents October 29, 2009
      Wake up parents and read this critical article if you suspect your teen is using drugs. One of the most important parts of this article is the opening your lines of communication with your child. Are you noticing a change in behavior? Withdrawn? Depressed? Changing peer groups? Becoming secretive? Be an educated parent - you will have a safer teen.Source: Co […]
    • Sue Scheff: Holiday Safety Tips for you and your Teens October 27, 2009
      As we are now approaching the holidays, many people will be in malls or shopping plazas. It is time to review some tips to insure you and your family’s safety.Be sure to go over these with teenagers and caregivers.•When parking your vehicle to go shopping, remember where you parked it! Write it down if you have to. This can save you time and frustration afte […]
    • Sue Scheff: Stop Teen Violence and Bullying October 26, 2009
      Last week the horrific story of the fifteen year old, Michael Brewer, who was doused in alcohol and set on fire by other teens! The story literally stunned our community. According to the Miami Herald, the doctors say he is making significant progress. The five teens are charged with aggravated battery in the attack earlier this month at a Broward County apa […]

Sue Scheff: Parenting Tips #9 from FINK (Families Interaction Nutures Kids)

Posted on June 10, 2009 by suescheff

Parenting Teens Tip Nine – Communicating with confidence, clarity and consistency
June 9th, 2009 by Kate Yaffe
Are you being clear and consistent in your communication with your children?
I had a conversation with an ex-client the other day and she told me that one thing that had helped her so much in the parenting years was something [...]

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Sue Scheff: Parenting Teens

Posted on May 17, 2009 by suescheff

Another informational website for parents raising teens.  Parenting Teens  offers resources such as podcasts, books, articles, Blogs and other valuable insights on raising teens in today’s society.
Sue Blaney empowers, educates and connects parents of teenagers. She is the author of Please Stop the Rollercoaster! How Parents of Teenagers Can Smooth Out the Ride, the acclaimed [...]

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Sue Scheff: Keeping Kids Safe

Posted on February 23, 2009 by suescheff

The Stop Child Abuse in Residential Programs for Teens Act of 2009
ByKittredge, Betsy Miller
 on February 10, 2009 3:11 PM

Keeping Kids Safe
Tens of thousands of U.S. teenagers attend private and public residential programs – including therapeutic boarding schools, wilderness camps, boot camps, and behavior modification facilities – that are intended to help them with behavioral, [...]

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Sue Scheff: Parenting ADHD – Power Moms Unite

Posted on February 6, 2009 by suescheff

I love stumbling over great new parenting websites – and what a name – Power Moms Unite – Founder, Candace McLane offer a wide variety of articles, thoughts, tips, parenting resources and more on ADHD. As a mother of an ADHD son, I really enjoy this site. Check her Blog out too – great up [...]

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Sue Scheff: Parents Everywhere by Suzette Boyette

Posted on February 3, 2009 by suescheff

Parents Everywhere is a great resource for parents! Suzette Boyette has developed a website offering Podcasts of great conversations with professionals, educators, authors, parents and more!
 
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Parents Everywhere’s mission is to educate parents to be more effective so they may raise healthy families. Parents Everywhere envisions a world with effective parents who have powerful loving [...]

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