ChildSharing.com is now certified by the Department of Children and Families in the state of Florida
State of Florida, Department of Children and Families is responsible for approving the providers of this course for the State of Florida as required under Chapter 61.21, F.S.
For more information visit www.ChildSharing.com
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Monday, February 16, 2009
What Anxiety Can Do to a Teen - Can You Help?
Article I ran across from about.com posted by Denise Witmer
One Mom shares her story: "My 15 year old daughter is will not go to school. The problem started last year about 2 months in to the school year. It got so bad in the mornings I would drag her to the washroom to shower and get ready for school. 10 minutes later I would go in and she would be crying on the bathroom floor.
I started taking her to our family doctor who referred us to a psychiatrist. Before we for in to the psychiatrist we went to 4 or 5 sessions with a therapist. The psychiatrist has diagnosed her with anxiety disorder and prescribed Zoloft. She stopped going to school last February and only managed to get 1 credit in Grade 9.
She started attending an "alternative" program in September. The school only has 21 students and 4 teachers. There is very little school structure. The idea is to allow the student to catch up on missed work and prepare for returning to "normal" high school the following year. At first this program seemed to be working but steadily her attendance decline and she has not been back since Christmas vacation. They have now kicked her out of the program and she has been sent back to her "home" school.
The guidance counselor worked out a schedule where she can complete her English and Geography credits that she started at the alternative school, she then has lunch and a free period, final class is math. She went 1 day and this morning said she hated it there and nothing had changed. I've tried to impress upon her that the high scvhool won't change but she has to make changes.
She has no friends and never leaves the house (other than to go to school), she gets no phone calls and does not socialize at all. The only activity she does is use the computer. I threaten to take that away, I've taken it away and gave it back...I just don't know what to do. I think her lack of social skill has led to this. She feels lonely and lost at high school. Can anyone help?"
Denise's thoughts: "That does not sound like a lack of social skills. It sounds like she has an anxiety problem that she isn't able to cope with. Is she continuing to see her doctors? and therapists? She really needs to.
As important as school is, not going isn't the problem. Her health is and not going to school is a symptom. While it seems like the problem was fixed, it isn't if the symptom is still present. Her case needs to be re-evaluated."
www.ChildSharing.com
get $10 off your online parenting class through March 15 - use coupon code CSMar09
One Mom shares her story: "My 15 year old daughter is will not go to school. The problem started last year about 2 months in to the school year. It got so bad in the mornings I would drag her to the washroom to shower and get ready for school. 10 minutes later I would go in and she would be crying on the bathroom floor.
I started taking her to our family doctor who referred us to a psychiatrist. Before we for in to the psychiatrist we went to 4 or 5 sessions with a therapist. The psychiatrist has diagnosed her with anxiety disorder and prescribed Zoloft. She stopped going to school last February and only managed to get 1 credit in Grade 9.
She started attending an "alternative" program in September. The school only has 21 students and 4 teachers. There is very little school structure. The idea is to allow the student to catch up on missed work and prepare for returning to "normal" high school the following year. At first this program seemed to be working but steadily her attendance decline and she has not been back since Christmas vacation. They have now kicked her out of the program and she has been sent back to her "home" school.
The guidance counselor worked out a schedule where she can complete her English and Geography credits that she started at the alternative school, she then has lunch and a free period, final class is math. She went 1 day and this morning said she hated it there and nothing had changed. I've tried to impress upon her that the high scvhool won't change but she has to make changes.
She has no friends and never leaves the house (other than to go to school), she gets no phone calls and does not socialize at all. The only activity she does is use the computer. I threaten to take that away, I've taken it away and gave it back...I just don't know what to do. I think her lack of social skill has led to this. She feels lonely and lost at high school. Can anyone help?"
Denise's thoughts: "That does not sound like a lack of social skills. It sounds like she has an anxiety problem that she isn't able to cope with. Is she continuing to see her doctors? and therapists? She really needs to.
As important as school is, not going isn't the problem. Her health is and not going to school is a symptom. While it seems like the problem was fixed, it isn't if the symptom is still present. Her case needs to be re-evaluated."
www.ChildSharing.com
get $10 off your online parenting class through March 15 - use coupon code CSMar09
Sunday, February 8, 2009
300 Helpful Divorce Articles
I ran across this link today and wanted to share it because I feel like it will hit on a lot of issues that may be related to any one of us - I will also paste the link on http://www.childsharing.com/ResourceCenter/Articles.aspx - There are rules on divorce recovery, dating again after divorce, divorce tips and other common problems that may occur during divorce.
Happy reading and let me know what your favorite article was.
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Divorce Recovery Site Map
Over 300 Helpful Divorce Articles, Lessons, Tips and Tools to "Move On" From Divorce
http://www.divorcerecovery101.com/site_map.html
Happy reading and let me know what your favorite article was.
www.childsharing.com
Divorce Recovery Site Map
Over 300 Helpful Divorce Articles, Lessons, Tips and Tools to "Move On" From Divorce
http://www.divorcerecovery101.com/site_map.html
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Dr. Phil on the Damage of Putting Kids in the Middle
Did anyone see Dr. Phil yesterday Feb. 4th 2009 regarding the damage you can do to your children by putting them in the middle. It was clear that the child was suffering and needed the love and nurturing from him mother.
Unfortunately to many times during the divorce process and after parents lose sight of their value and significance in their childcare's lives. The mother of this child had every excuse as to why she was not available to her son - time, circumstance and money.
The child made a great point - if nothing else, go down to a pay phone and call for .25 cents.
Your children just need to know you are there for them, that you care and love them. A little bit goes a long way and if they feel safe and secure their chances for success will increase exponentially.
I think too many times as parents we assume that we need to buy our kids - but love does not cost a thing and if you as a parent go outside of yourself and look beyond - or simply just down you will see eyes staring up at you with full faith that you are special - your kids love you faults and all so take some time out and simply love them - the returns are eternal.
For more information on the show you can check out: www.DrPhil.com
Cheers and best wishes - if you feel like you would like to brush up on your personal parenting skills check out www.childsharing.com
Unfortunately to many times during the divorce process and after parents lose sight of their value and significance in their childcare's lives. The mother of this child had every excuse as to why she was not available to her son - time, circumstance and money.
The child made a great point - if nothing else, go down to a pay phone and call for .25 cents.
Your children just need to know you are there for them, that you care and love them. A little bit goes a long way and if they feel safe and secure their chances for success will increase exponentially.
I think too many times as parents we assume that we need to buy our kids - but love does not cost a thing and if you as a parent go outside of yourself and look beyond - or simply just down you will see eyes staring up at you with full faith that you are special - your kids love you faults and all so take some time out and simply love them - the returns are eternal.
For more information on the show you can check out: www.DrPhil.com
Cheers and best wishes - if you feel like you would like to brush up on your personal parenting skills check out www.childsharing.com
Monday, February 2, 2009
ChildSharing.com gets certified for Online Parenting Classes in Fresno County
Fresno County Family Court approved ChildSharing.com as a vendor for their current parenting program. After reviewing the program for several months they have chosen to allow ChildSharing.com to become an approved vendor and act as an additional solution to their current court mandated parenting classes.
Julie Johnson, Sales Planner for ChildSharing.com worked to secure this opprotunity and has stated she is thrilled with the opportunity to be working with such a well established and progressive county. Offering this court mandated parenting class will save not only time and resources for the county but be a great tool for the parents who are also struggeling to find time and money in this ecnomy and during this transition.
Form more information about this class visit: www.ChildSharing.com
Julie Johnson, Sales Planner for ChildSharing.com worked to secure this opprotunity and has stated she is thrilled with the opportunity to be working with such a well established and progressive county. Offering this court mandated parenting class will save not only time and resources for the county but be a great tool for the parents who are also struggeling to find time and money in this ecnomy and during this transition.
Form more information about this class visit: www.ChildSharing.com
Sunday, February 1, 2009
The Truth Project
This information was found California Family Council website - if you live in California you may be interested in this event.
THE TRUTH PROJECT Group Leader Training Seminars (12/22/08)
New events scheduled!
Learn about a biblical worldview and matching your belief system to your actions
Equip yourself to lead others through this DVD series that asks,
“Do you really believe that what you believe is really real?”
*January 17, 2009 at Southwest Community Church in Indian Wells
*February 7, 2009 at Rose Drive Friends Church in Yorba Linda
*February 28, 2009 at Yosemite Christian Center in Madera
Make plans to attend one of these events!
Visit CFC online for more information and to register.
Good Luck-
www.ChildSharing.com
THE TRUTH PROJECT Group Leader Training Seminars (12/22/08)
New events scheduled!
Learn about a biblical worldview and matching your belief system to your actions
Equip yourself to lead others through this DVD series that asks,
“Do you really believe that what you believe is really real?”
*January 17, 2009 at Southwest Community Church in Indian Wells
*February 7, 2009 at Rose Drive Friends Church in Yorba Linda
*February 28, 2009 at Yosemite Christian Center in Madera
Make plans to attend one of these events!
Visit CFC online for more information and to register.
Good Luck-
www.ChildSharing.com
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