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Harboring A Runaway: What To Do If A Runaway Teen Shows Up …

WebAsk if there’s anything the youth needs (School supplies, change of clothes, etc.), and offer to either pick it up or have them drop it off. Exchange contact numbers and promise to …

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The Importance of Vaccines

WebVaccines are extremely important not only for your own child’s health, but the health of the entire community. “Refusing to vaccinate your child not only puts your child at risk but …

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Harm, Effects, & Consequences of Physical Abuse

WebPhysical abuse contains hostility, conflict, aggression, pain, rejection, and lost attachment; all those very things that cause psychological injury. Physical abuse is one of the most …

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The Effects & Consequences of Smoking Around Children

WebChildren exposed to cigarette smoke. Children exposed to secondhand smoke and the toxic residues of thirdhand smoke are prone to a number of health problems. Smoking around …

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Child Safety in the Kitchen

WebTo prevent such accidents, follow these safety tips: Always set hot glassware on a dry cloth potholder to cool. Preheat the oven before putting the glassware in. Add liquid to the …

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Everyone's Crazy: The Ever Expanding Definitions of Mental Illness

WebK: The ever-expanding definition of mental illness; increasing rates of psychological disorders; criticisms of the latest DSM; Vague definitions of mental illness; loose …

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Social Media & Child Mental Health

Web66) There’s little doubt that social media is exacerbating mental health problems in children and teens, if not creating them outright. Social media use (and screen time in general) …

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Pesticide Health Effects

WebPesticides are poisons designed to impair or destroy biological organisms. Because all life on Earth shares a similar biology (a neuron is a neuron whether it’s in a human or a flea) …

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The Physical Causes of Mental Illness: How the Body Can Impact …

WebIn certain cases, psychological or behavioral problems can be caused by some type of imbalance or problem in the body. As stated by Professor Erich Kasten, who studies …

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What To Do If Your Child Runs Away

WebAfter the 24 hour grace period has elapsed, call to report your child as a runaway. If they are under 18, they are still your responsibility. Reporting protects you in the event that …

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Determining Child Custody of Non-Biological Children or Stepkids

WebCustody considerations regarding stepkids & non-biological children. Whether or not a mother-figure or father-figure is given custody rights to a non-biological child usually …

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The Psychological Effects of Being Overweight or Obese

Web“The psychosocial concerns that accompany (being) overweight are ubiquitous. Poor self-image and social isolation are the rule, especially in severely overweight individuals.

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Child Separations: The Effects & Consequences of Removing Kids …

WebSeparating children from their parents & family is a tramatic experience. Learn the effects & consequences of child separation.

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Bacteria Act Selflessly in Their Battle Against YOU!

WebBacteria Act Selflessly in Their Battle Against YOU! They’re one of mankind’s oldest arch enemies. With a stealth that far outdoes that of the most cunning community …

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Grounding Children

WebGrounding children is a time-honored tradition, and a favored punishment technique used by parents the world around. It’s the childrearing equivalent of kiddie jail; a way of restricting …

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The Effects & Consequences of Dysfunctional Families for Kids

WebStress & instability in dysfunctional homes. Dysfunctional homes are stressful places. In addition to the emotional problems this causes, this anxiety can result in many physical …

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Children Who Play With Fire

WebWhen children set fires in the home, the most common area is the child’s bedroom. They also tend to play with matches in their closets and under their beds, in their bed under …

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Child Safety Activities for Kids

WebUse the activity as a chance for them to discuss what they know about safety, and incorporate that into their play. Cardboard Phones (Math-Fine Motor) Have children …

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