Course Category: Teens & Young Adults

Recorded Workshop

Teens, Depression and Anxiety: What Really Helps?

July 20, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Denise Parent Denise Parent,LMFT

Challenges & Solutions

Starting at 12 years old, your teen’s brain is in a process of intense physical, cognitive and social development. They are becoming more aware of themselves and forming identity – recognizing and deciding who they really are.  As their brain changes and struggles to adapt to their social environment, they may sometimes be moody, anxious and irritable. If you notice them becoming withdrawn, lacking energy, changing eating or sleeping habits, not enjoying things they used to, even fighting or getting into trouble with peers and adults, they might be experiencing depression. 

Learning about the signs and symptoms of depression can help you to support healthy coping and growth. This session will give you some ideas about what support really looks like and how to avoid unhelpful approaches that are easy to fall into when you are worried about your child. 

  • 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 Teen Library,   Support, Inspire, and Connect Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Enter Class Titles  Positive Connections for More Cooperation for Teens, Talking to Teens: Communication for Connection
Ages
Teens & Young Adults
Tags
depression mental health teens
Recorded Workshop

Raising Digital Natives: When to Hover and When to Step Back (Emory)

July 12, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Amy Alamar Amy Alamar,EdD

Challenges & Solutions

Are you concerned that your kids are spending too much time online? Do your kids use social media and the Surgeon’ General’s report has got you worried? You’re not alone. Let’s talk. 

  • This interactive presentation will address the use and over-use of technology used for homework, leisure, and socializing and the challenges it presents to families. The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory Report indicates that nearly all teens use social media and we cannot conclude it is safe with regard to their mental health. In the context of our ongoing national pediatric mental health crisis, we must come together to address this important challenge. Join other parents and Peace At Home experts to gain  practical strategies that parents and children can use to truly embrace this digital frontier without fear and within reason.
  • 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 Libraries Teens (Support, Inspire and Connect) and School Age (Connection  = Cooperation) , Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes.
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults
Tags
safety screen time social media technology
Recorded Workshop

Make the Most of Time in the Car – Be Curious, Listen Carefully, Connect for a Lifetime

July 11, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

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

Challenges & Solutions

This summer, make your drive time for vacations or just your regular busy week about the journey, not just the destination.  Time in the car can be isolating with everyone on their own devices, but It doesn’t have to be that way.  Drives can be a great time to connect with your kids and have fun too. Join us for this live, interactive workshop in which a Peace At Home expert will guide you through ways that you can use time in the car to create a lasting, lifelong connection with your children. Explore strategies to maximize this time together for active listening, creating positive connections for the whole family.

  • 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, Parenting Principles for Progress not Perfection.  Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Positive Connections for More Cooperation, Family Rules and Routines for Better Behavior 
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults
Tags
communication cooperation discipline emotions teen safety
Recorded Workshop

LGBTQIA+ – What to Say to Your Child And How to Communicate it with Love and Acceptance (Teladoc)

June 22, 2023 1:00 pm EDT/EST
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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

  • My 8-year-old daughter just declared she is “non-binary.” Help! I have no idea how to respond.
  • My extended family is really upset that we are supporting our teen’s gender transition. How can we handle their objections and protect our child at the same time?
  • My teen told me that his friend let him know that he is gay and my son wants some advice about how to support his friend.

The issues of sexual orientation and gender identity can be daunting for both kids and parents. It’s easy to feel confused about the changing ways that many in our society see these issues. Your child will look to you for guidance about how to feel and act. This workshop will help you prepare for an open, ongoing dialogue with your child or teen that is candid, authentic, and supportive.

  • 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, LGBTQ and Gender Essentials Library. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including LGBTQ+: What Do All Those Letters Mean? and How to Help Your LGBTQ+ Child Thrive
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults
Tags
identity LGBTQ+
Recorded Workshop

Navigate Change, Support Your Child Through Seasons of Transition (OMG)

May 23, 2023 4:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Tanika Eaves Tanika Eaves,PhD, LCSW, IMH-E®

Challenges & Solutions

Adjusting to a new school, new friends, new childcare, new family structure through divorce or other family changes can be both positive and daunting at the same time. Guiding children through these experiences while we are having feelings at the same time can be a challenge. It helps to keep in mind that processing change actually strengthens resilience. Trying to protect your child from having to make changes all the time really isn’t helpful. 

So what does help? Kids who are new to change need a little extra support to recognize and address emotions as well as strategies to solve problems and feel at ease. Let’s talk together to gain an overview of the common stresses associated with major points of transition in family life like entering kindergarten, graduating from high school, even “boomerang” adult children returning home, and more. You’ll have a chance to understand your own reactions to change as well as those of your child so that you can gracefully and lovingly offer support during these exciting and sometimes challenging times.

  • 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, Parenting Principles for Progress not Perfection. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Positive Connections for More Cooperation and Be Your Child’s Calm Center.
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication family rules/routines school
Recorded Workshop

Kids in Therapy: The Important Role You Play

June 28, 2023 8:00 pm EDT/EST

Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW Peace at Home Expert Marianne Barton Marianne Barton,P.h.D

Challenges & Solutions

Child and adolescent therapists tend to differ widely in their approaches to including parents in treatment. However, it’s helpful when you understand your child’s goals in therapy, adjust parenting approaches based on your child’s challenges and recognize when your child is making progress. Sometimes as parents we need to consider whether we have mental health challenges that may be affecting our child. Parent involvement in therapy varies based on age, strategies being used by the therapist and parent capacities. This conversation will highlight some best practices for parents who have children in therapy and answer any and all questions you may have about your child’s therapy experience. Join this workshop for more clarity on how you can help your child reach their treatment goals.

  • Click the button above to watch the recording of this previously hosted discussion.  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.
  • New To Peace at Home? Register for free using the “New to Peace at Home” button above and watch this discussion for free too.
  • 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, Children and Therapy: Let’s Talk 
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
mental health rules/routines therapy
Discussion with an Expert

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. Bring your questions for answers on the spot and share your perspectives with folks who really care.

  • Click the button above to watch the recording of this previously hosted discussion.  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.
  • New To Peace at Home? Register for free using the “New to Peace at Home” button above and watch this discussion for free too.
  • For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, LGBTQ+ and Gender Essentials   Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, LGBTQ+ What Do All Those Letters Mean?
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults
Tags
communication identity LGBTQ+
Recorded Workshop

Authenticity and Love: How to Communicate with Your LGBTQIA+ Child and Be an Effective Ally

June 27, 2023 1:00 pm EDT/EST
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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? Do you wonder how to raise a child to be open to these issues in themselves and an ally to others? 

These issues can be daunting for both kids and parents. 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 about this issue with regard to themselves and others. You may be wondering how to communicate with your LGBTQIA child in a way that shows them that you are an ally. Many parents want to show support, but don’t know quite what to say or what not to say.This workshop will help you prepare for an open, ongoing dialogue with your child or teen that is authentic and supportive.

  • 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,  LGBTQ+ and Gender Essentials. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, LGBTQ+ What Do All Those Letters Mean?
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication identity LGBTQ+
Recorded Workshop

Talking to Teens: Communication for Connection and Safety

May 09, 2023 12:30 pm EDT/EST
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Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW Peace At Home Parenting Expert Marc Lehman Marc Lehman,LMFT

Challenges & Solutions

Studies show that youth who feel they can talk with their parents are less likely to engage in risky behaviors such as promiscuity, using substances, violence, etc. However, it’s easy to have breakdowns when talking with teens, especially about their struggles. Many of us want to help our kids to feel better and even fix their problems…which actually doesn’t help. This class will help you recognize barriers to connecting positively and apply strategies that will improve your communication during this confusing developmental stage.

  • 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, Teen Age Library- Support, Inspire and Connect. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Positive Connections for More Cooperation for Teens , Use Everyday Conversations to Nurture Character, Plan for Teen Independence – Part 1 and 2, and Talking to Teens: Teach Problem Solving.
Ages
Teens & Young Adults
Tags
communication connection discipline independence rules/routines teen safety
Recorded Workshop

Parent Burnout and Kids’ Mental Health: What Really Matters? 

May 16, 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

If you’re feeling like you don’t have the bandwidth to be the parent you really want to be, you are not alone. 

One recent study reports that 66% of working parents are experiencing “parental burnout” which may include increased anxiety, depression, use of alcohol, increased punitive parenting and even feeling distant from their kids. At the same time we are seeing soaring rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm and other mental health problems in children and teens. The American Academy of Pediatrics has actually declared a “national crisis” in pediatric mental health. This post-pandemic perfect storm is impacting families across the country. 

This workshop will help you recognize the ways this national crisis may be affecting your family and/or how to protect your family from its impact. You’ll have a chance to consider parenting basics that can reduce family challenges and strengthen family well-being. You’ll be able to look at when you may want to lean in a bit more with your kids and when you can step back to reduce stress.

  • Click the button above to watch the recording of this previously hosted discussion.  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.
  • New To Peace at Home? Register for free using the “New to Peace at Home” button above and watch this discussion for free too.
  • For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, Family Mental and Physical Wellness – Mindfulness: Breathwork for Kids and Adults and Parenting Principles for Progress not Perfection Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Be Your Child’s Calm Center:Techniques to Calm the Brain, Keep Calm and Pass it on, How Your Childhood May Affect Your Parenting Behavior, Perfectionism: Hidden Barrier to WellBeing, Family Rules and Routine for Better Behavior 
Ages
All, Mental Health Essentials School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication family Health/Wellness
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