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The Influence of Family Genetics and Addiction
By
Linda Mintle
Addiction is much more complex than choice and willpower. It involves several factors including your family. Some families are more prone to develop problems with substance use than others. And substance use in one generation impacts the next generation; so, address the family pattern or a vicious cycle of use will continue from generation to generation.…
Does My Child Have ADHD? What You Need to Know
By
Linda Mintle
A child who is undiagnosed with Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) will struggle in school, the home and with peers. Don’t guess when it comes to deciding if your child has ADHD. Get a formal evaluation by a therapist trained to diagnosis the disorder. Evaluation should include a team of people – a licensed therapist to conduct…
A Parenting Sleepover Nightmare
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Linda Mintle
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The other day, I read a bizarre story in People magazine about a dad who drugged his daughter’s sleepover friends. He pleaded guilty and has been sentenced to prison for 2 years. The article said he had remorse and was sorry. Well, I suppose that is something! But you have to wonder why a dad…
Why We Need Fathers in the Lives of Children
By
Linda Mintle
This weekend we honor dads. No matter what the culture tells you, dads play an important role in the healthy development of children. Strong families have strong dads. Here are five of the many reasons dads are so important: 1) When fathers are involved in the lives of their children, every measure of child well-being…
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