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Teaching Teens About Healthy Relationships
Setting boundaries is an important part of any relationship and help protect oneself against abuse. Our boundaries reflect our personal values and our self-understanding. Setting boundaries is all about respecting oneself and being respected by others. It is never too...
Respecting Your Child’s Personal Space and Boundaries
An integral part of safety is teaching children about respecting personal boundaries. Individuals who present a risk to children usually begin by breaking down boundaries with them. Setting personal boundaries is about learning to protect and take care of ourselves....
What Parents and Sitters Need to Know
Whether you are returning to work or need a few hours to yourself, leaving your child under the care of someone new can be a daunting task for many parents. Following are some guidelines that can help parents when hiring a babysitter: Invite the sitter to a...
Wandering is a major concern for parents – Especially those whose children have autism
A study conducted in the United States found that nearly 50% of children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have a tendency to wander or bolt from a safe environment. More than one third of the children with autism who wander are unable to communicate their name,...
Travelling unaccompanied
Throughout the year many children may travel unaccompanied on a bus, train, or plane to visit a parent, grandparents or other family members. Appropriate planning with the travel companies is the best way to guard against any potential unpleasant experiences and help...