Today was a beautiful day for a bike ride. My husband attached our new bike rack to the car and we were off with some friends for a relaxing morning. The flat, shady trail was...
Were you bullied as a child or teenager? If you were, then you remember what it felt like. You know how damaging it can be. Do you now find yourself as a parent who suspects your...
"I can't do this. I don't know how much more I can take." "I think I'm going to have a nervous breakdown." " I never knew someone could cause me so much intense heartache. This...
This is a reposted blog written by Cru staff, Gina Butz from her website on June 7 of this year. My added comments are italics. I think you'll love her writing and her heart....
As much as you may not want to hear it, there can be purpose from our pain. Yes, even from this dark time you might be going through with your son or daughter. I remember a time...
I think I'm still in shock over the horrible events that occurred in my town recently. Orlando is my home. There's no perfect place. Sure. But so much violence in such a short...
Schizophrenia. Have you wondered if this could be what's wrong with your son or daughter, or have they already been diagnosed? Maybe you weren't surprised, but either way, it...
"I've finished my assessment and I believe your child has Bipolar Disorder. We'll need to get them started on medication right away." It can feel like a punch in the stomach;...
Marriages and families are victims of addiction we often overlook. Mom, you got another phone call from the police or an EMT. Dad, the arrests and forced time in mental wards...
Today's blog was written by author, speaker, Carol Kent. If your son or daughter is in prison,then this is for you. If not, you may know someone who does. Please share it....
Your daughter is an addict. Your son struggles with a mental health issue. They can't stop cutting themselves. They're in bondage to destructive behavior. Join the...
Are you a parent, grandparent - or some other family member - who's been impacted by the suicide of someone you loved? I wrote a three-part series on suicide discussing the...