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Mental Illness Part 6 – Parents Need to Know About Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Have you noticed your child experiencing anxiety over obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors that cause them problems with normal, daily functioning? It can drive you nuts and try your patience. You can’t figure out what in the world is causing them to act that way. They may have Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). If you’ve wondered exactly what that is, this blog will give you the information you’ve been looking for. The mom who wrote this wishes she’d had it sooner.
One Way to Love Your Wayward Child
When you listen well to your son or daughter (or to anyone), you're loving them. You are giving them the gift of yourself and of your time. Time is a valuable commodity. It’s one...
Trayvon Martin-Zimmerman Trial’s Message to Parents in Pain
The Trayvon Martin-George Zimmerman trial is over. Many people all over the country are upset about the outcome. There have been riots in some cities. No matter what your opinion...
Hurting Parents Feel Crazy!
If you are a parent who is hurting due to the self-destructive choices your child is making, or if they suffer from a mental illness and the repercussions of these things are...
Six Things to Do When Parenting a “Firecracker” Child
Has your parenting experience felt like trying to control an unpredictable firecracker? Did your child set off emotional fireworks on a regular basis bringing chaos to the...
5 Things You Can do When You Think Your Child is Using Drugs
Have you been concerned your child will start or already is using drugs such as alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, or others like prescription drugs? If you have, you're not alone....
Remedy for A Parent’s Insanity
Insanity - "doing something the same way over and over again and expecting different results." According to this, I must be insane. I've tried to control, fix, and change my...
When Father’s Day Hurts
Have you been dreading Father's Day this year? Do you wish it would just go away? If your child is in rebellion, making destructive choices, estranged from you, or is suffering...
Encouragement for Parents with Broken Hearts from Guest Blogger
Today I welcome guest blogger, Sandra Auer. She 's the mom of a former prodigal. I believe you will gain invaluable wisdom and insights from her that will help you navigate on...
Where Does a Parent Go to Quit?
Are you a mom or dad who is so frustrated, angry, and fed up with your son or daughter you wish you could quit being their parent? You don't want the job any more. You want to...
A Special Message to Paris Jackson’s Family
The media is reporting that Paris Jackson cut herself and made a suicide attempt last night. Cutting is a hot topic. Are you a parent who has experienced this? Have you been...
Inspiration for Parents with Broken Hearts
Are you a mom or dad who has had your heart crushed by your child's choices and behaviors? Have you wondered if your sacrifices made any difference? Have you felt taken advantage...
When a Parent Needs Hope and Prayer
Are you a parent in need of hope? Are you close to giving up on your child? Tonight I'm letting you know about two free eBooks from Judy Douglass (wife of the president of Cru -...