A Parent’s Guide to Prioritizing Family Time
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in the demands of life. Between after school activities, school, work and social obligations, parents and children alike are constantly running around. Amidst the hustle and bustle, it’s crucial to prioritize spending quality time with your family. Meaningful family interactions create a strong bond, foster […]
No One Walks Alone: The Importance of Community for your Family
Human beings were created to rely on one another for survival. For thousands of years, groups of families and community members have traveled together, provided food for one another and created a life dependent on one another. It’s in our nature to need other people. And yet, in today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, it often […]
Help! My Kid’s in Crisis!
If your child is in immediate danger, call emergency services (911 or 988, or text “TALK” to 38255) or go to the nearest emergency room. Every parent faces the inevitable reality of watching their kid face an emotional crisis. It’s scary, it’s intense and likely feels way out of your control. If your child is […]
The Importance of Creating Family Traditions
As adults, many of us look back on the traditions of our childhood with fondness and nostalgia. And nostalgia is a powerful tool in connecting to our past, our present and our emotions. My family made cinnamon rolls every Christmas morning and to this day, the smell of cinnamon takes me right back to those […]
A Parent’s Holiday Survival Guide
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” At least that’s what they say. As the Holidays approach, this all too classic phrase is all but pushed down our throats. We hear it suavely sung over the radio, see it stitched on pillows and printed on festive wall art. If we’re being honest as […]
The Impact of Social Media on Children
A Parent’s Guide to Setting Effective Limits Gone are the days of kids calling their friends on a landline, writing letters to one another and knocking on their neighbors door to hang out on a Saturday. Most communication for kids nowadays happens through sending selfies back and forth or commenting on each other’s social media […]
My Child Won’t Stop Lying
Parenting Tips for Supporting a Child who Lies We’re all tempted to tell a tall tale now and again when we don’t want to face the consequences of our actions, or even if the truth is too painful. As kids begin to develop and learn to push the limits, lying is intriguing. Decade2Connect’s Family Therapy […]
Recommended Parent Podcasts, Books and More!
Learning to be a parent will be a lifelong journey. We constantly have parents eager to receive tools, tips and support towards parenting. Below are some of our favorite resources for parents, many of which our clinical team utilizes in treatment: Good Inside by Dr. Becky: One of the most trusted modern voices in parenting, […]
Ten of Our Favorite Mental Health Quotes
The beautiful thing about quotes is other people’s words often help us understand our experience. And in the midst of a mental health crisis, words can be hard to come by. Below are some quotes to provide understanding and support when you or your child is struggling: “The true opposite of depression is neither gaiety […]
Ten of Our Favorite Quotes on Parenting
Parenting is an all-encompassing, life changing journey. Some days are filled with joy and connection with your children while others make it easy to lose hope. Below are quotes for parents in any stage of this journey: “There is no way to be a perfect parent and a million ways to be a good […]