Course Category: School Age

Recorded Workshop

Manage Screen Time: End the Power Struggles (2025)

August 17, 2021 8:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Aaron Weintraub Aaron Weintraub,MS, Curriculum Advisor

Challenges & Solutions

Previously hosted live class. Access the recording and handouts by clicking on the Course Lesson below.

Screen time is a red-hot issue between parents and children. Parents complain they can’t get screen time under control and kids can’t seem to get enough. Over half of parents say their kids are “addicted” and, even among young children, craving for screen time is rapidly accelerating. 

Class participants will learn practical solutions to this growing challenge.  

  • Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted.  Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
  • For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library,Toddlers & Preschoolers Library Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes includingEmotion Coaching for Young Children ,Better Behavior from your Toddler or Preschooler
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School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
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brain children eyes ipad iphone kids routines rules screen time screens social media technology tv videos youtube
Recorded Workshop

Understand and Support Your Neurodivergent Child: From Misbehavior to Stress Response (MIT Exclusive)

October 28, 2024 12:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Peace At Home Parenting Expert Michelle Sebak, Our Experts Michelle Sebak,MS

Challenges & Solutions

We often view kids’ challenging behaviors as misbehavior – that is intentional or even manipulative to gain or avoid something. However, science tells us that what is often viewed as misbehavior is actually a stress response. When a child feels stressed or unsafe on the inside, challenging behaviors are often what we see on the outside. And neurodivergent children, like those with autism or ADHD, are even more vulnerable to feeling stressed than neurotypical children. Many adults believe that time-outs or punishment will help, but you’ve probably noticed that isn’t true and it can be harmful to your child. Let’s work on this together.

Click the button above to register for this MIT Exclusive, 45 minute, virtual, Interactive workshop.  We’ll email (1) a zoom link to add to your calendar, (2) reminders as the date gets closer and (3) a link to the recording and handouts once the live session is complete. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence.

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School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
adhd autism mental health misbehavior neurodiversity stress
Recorded Workshop

Technology and the Alpha Generation: Start the Conversation and End the Power Struggles (MIT Exclusive)

October 21, 2024 12:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Amy Alamar Amy Alamar,EdD

Challenges & Solutions

Generation Alpha is the first group of kids who entered the world surrounded by technology. Born from 2010 onwards, they are the most tech-savvy generation the world has ever seen. At the same time, parents are worried about social media and technology addiction. Join Peace At Home expert Amy Alamar, Ed.D., and other parents to define strategies that tackle this challenge with calm, clarity, and even optimism.

  • Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. 
  • If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
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School Age Teens & Young Adults
Tags
alpha generation communication power struggles screen time technology teens
Recorded Workshop

Socializing Online: Navigating the Digital Social Scene

September 24, 2024 8:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Amy Alamar Amy Alamar,EdD

Challenges & Solutions

Social media and online interactions are a huge part of our children’s social lives. But trying to keep up with all of the apps and trends can feel exhausting. 

Join Amy Alamar for this live interactive workshop to discuss the risks and benefits of your child’s social media use, how you can stay informed about their online activity, and ways to build your relationship while keeping them safe. 

  • Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
  • For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions for School age, Teens, as well as Mental Health Essentials all found on our library page.  Watch or just listen to the videos and refer back to the handouts for easy reminders.
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School Age Teens & Young Adults
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internet safety screen time social media
Recorded Workshop

Parenting for Mental Health: Why Individual Therapy Probably Isn’t Enough for Your Child (2025)

November 08, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW

Challenges & Solutions

  • Children and teens are suffering from anxiety, depression and suicide at alarming rates since the pandemic. You may have a child in therapy or perhaps you’re seeking treatment for your child right now. Understanding your role in your child or teen’s therapy can make a huge difference in outcomes. 

Peace At Home founder and seasoned clinician Ruth E. Freeman, LCSW will join with Guy S. Diamond, PhD, founder of Attachment Based Family Therapy, to discuss the ways that individual therapy for kids is often inadequate and how important your role is in successful treatment.

  • Click the play button below to watch or just listen to the recording of this workshop previously hosted.  Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. 
  • If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
  • For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, Mental Health Knowledge and Skills. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Mental Health Literacy for Parents: The Basics, How Do I Know if My Child Needs Therapy and How Do I Choose a Therapist?
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All, Mental Health School Age Teens & Young Adults
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communication emotions Health/Wellness mental health
Recorded Workshop

How to Protect Your Child’s Mental Health (2025)

April 24, 2023 8:00 pm EDT/EST

Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW Peace at Home Parenting Expert Tanika Eaves Tanika Eaves,PhD, LCSW, IMH-E®

Challenges & Solutions

Without attention, mental health conditions can prevent children from reaching their full potential. Whether you want to prevent future issues, your child just doesn’t seem like their usual self, or you have significant concerns, the good news is that you can help. Join us. 

All children are sad, anxious, irritable, or aggressive at times. Occasionally, kids find it challenging to sit still, pay attention, or interact with others. In most cases, these are just typical phases in their development. However, these behaviors may indicate a more serious problem in some children. Discover why without attention, these mental health conditions can prevent children from reaching their full potential, and what you can do to help. 

  • Click the play button below to watch or just listen to the recording of this workshop previously hosted.  Learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. 
  • If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
  • For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, Mental Health Knowledge and Skills to Support your Child Library Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including School Refusal: What’s Important to Know and What Can I Do? and Positive Connections for More Cooperation
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All, Mental Health School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
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communication cooperation emotions mental health rules/routines
Recorded Discussion

Family Gatherings and Everyday Conversations: Let’s Talk About Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation

November 06, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW Peace at Home Parenting Expert Cornelius Holmes Cornelius Holmes,LPC, NCC

Challenges & Solutions

When your child approaches you to share or process their thoughts and feelings about gender identity or sexual orientation they are trusting you with their deepest sense of self. These conversations can spark fears for their wellbeing and it can be a struggle in that moment to know how to respond without rejecting or discounting their experience. These issues may challenge your values or beliefs. It might seem that being “straight” isn’t cool and your child wants to explore other options to be more like their friends.

As the holidays approach, you can anticipate that these issues may come up at the dinner table with your extended family. And that might be yet another trigger for you.

Listen in on Peace At Home founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW and Experts Cornelius Holmes, LPC, NCC for a conversation that will prepare you for an open, ongoing dialogue with your child or teen that is candid, authentic and supportive.

  • Click the play button below to watch this previously recorded discussion.
  • Explore Peace at Home’s Resource Pages (located in the top menu) for quick video solution libraries. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes.
  • Have a specific question or challenge? Email us, and we’ll send you tailored links to live workshops, on-demand resources, podcasts, blogs and more. And if you need personalized support, you can connect with an expert for one-on-one support too. Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com
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School Age Teens & Young Adults
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communication emotions independence LGBTQ+
Recorded Discussion

What Does it Mean to Affirm My Child’s Gender? And Why is That Important?

June 07, 2023 1:00 pm EDT/EST

Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW Peace at Home Expert Lisa Day Lewis Lisa Day-Lewis (she/her/hers),LPC-A, MEd Peace at Home Parenting Expert Hanna Brinkhaus Hanna Brinkhaus,MA, LCSW

Challenges & Solutions

Whether your child identifies as LGBTQIA+ or you just want to help your kids be more aware and accepting of the range of identities around them, this session will help. You will gain more awareness about gender identity for yourself and learn action steps you can take to support your kids with regard to this issue as well. 

Peace At Home founder, Ruth E. Freeman, LCSW, PFLAG leader Lisa Day-Lewis, MEd and Peace At Home teacher, Hanna Brinkhaus, LCSW explores this complex and important issue related to children and adolescents’ development and mental health.

  • Click the play button below to watch this previously recorded discussion.
  • Explore Peace at Home’s Resource Pages (located in the top menu) for quick video solution libraries. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes.
  • Have a specific question or challenge? Email us, and we’ll send you tailored links to live workshops, on-demand resources, podcasts, blogs and more. And if you need personalized support, you can connect with an expert for one-on-one support too. Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com
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School Age Teens & Young Adults
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communication identity LGBTQ+
Recorded Workshop

LGBTQ+ What to Say to Your Child and How to Communicate it with Love and Acceptance (2025)

March 17, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Acey Neel Acey Neel,MA, LPC

Challenges & Solutions

Does the idea of talking with your child about sexual orientation and gender identity feel difficult or even a little scary? These issues can be daunting for both kids and parents. And the changing ways that many in our society see gender identity and sexual orientation can cause further confusion and unrest.  Your child will look to you for guidance about how to feel and act. This class will help you prepare for an open, ongoing dialogue with your child or teen that is candid, authentic and supportive.

  • Click the play button below to watch the recording of this previously hosted workshop.  Learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
  • For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, LGBTQ and Gender Essentials Library. Explore all the Video Solutions and Handouts designed and delivered by Peace at Home experts. 
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School Age Teens & Young Adults
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communication identity LGBTQ+
Recorded Workshop

Coming Out Together: Parenting Your Magical LGBTQIA+ Kid, Session 3 (2025)

June 19, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Acey Neel Acey Neel,MA, LPC Peace at Home Parenting Expert Colleen K Vesely Colleen K. Vesely,Ph.D.

Challenges & Solutions

Session 3 Pulling it All Together: Questions, Stories and How to Keep Growing and Learning Alongside Your Magical LGBTQIA+ Child

Hear experiences, fears, successes and everything in between in this safe space guided by two seasoned and compassionate experts. Feel supported and maybe even transformed as you learn new ways of seeing your child’s world and protecting them through the power of your connection.  Refer back to the first two sessions in this series for knowledge and support.

  • Click the play button below to watch the recording of this previously hosted workshop.  Learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
  • For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, LGBTQ+ and Gender Essentials. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes.
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School Age Teens & Young Adults
Tags
identity LGBTQ+