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TEN MOST COMMON LURES USED BY CHILD ABDUCTORS
Even today, far too many children are lured by adults with malicious intent. Would-be abductors prey on children’s innocence in order to gain their trust. Whether playing at the park, going to-and-from activities, waiting for the school bus, chatting on-line or simply...
COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR TEENAGER… YES, IT’S POSSIBLE!
If you are the parents of a teenager, you may at times feel as though you are not living on the same planet as them!Don’t worry, this is completely normal! Adolescence is a period of significant changes for teens as they slowly begin to detach from parental authority....
THE STRANGER-DANGER MYTH
“Don’t talk to strangers” has forever been the slogan of personal safety education. However, we now know that in the majority of cases statistics have shown that most children are victimized by someone they know. The message of “don’t talk to strangers” does not fully...
FOSTERING YOUR CHILD’S SELF-ESTEEM… THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL
A healthy sense of self may ultimately be a child’s best armor when faced with challenging situations… in the classroom, in relationships with peers and even later in the workforce. It is through self-confidence that a child can assert himself and make sensible...
HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS
In just a few days, ghosts, witches, and superheroes will be taking over your neighbourhood streets in search of candy. Is your child joining the fun too? If so, take a moment to read these safety tips and make sure to review them with your little "monster" before...
ONLINE GAMING, VIDEO GAME CONSOLES AND INSTANT MESSAGING
Online gaming has never been so popular. According to a recent Ipsos Reid Survey, more than half of young Canadiansstated that they visit gaming sites and play online games several times a week. Many people think that on-line gaming is harmless for their child....
ONLINE SAFETY IN THE REAL WORLD
Whether it be at home, in school, at the library, at their friends’ houses or at the corner store, the Internet is now more than ever, prevalent in the lives of young children and teenagers. There is no doubt that the Internet has numerous advantagesbut it may also...
CHOOSING A DAYCARE: AN IMPORTANT DECISION
Are you planning to return to work? Decisions about child care are important and all parents have different expectationsand needs when it comes to selecting a child care facility that is right for their family. Before entrusting the care of your littleone to a child...
LIVING IN A WIRELESS WORLD
A cellphone is one of the most popular gifts requested by teens. Mobile phones offer both communication and safety benefits for parents and adolescents. However, like most technologies, they also pose some risks. Contrary to adults who use their mobile phone primarily...