Course Category: Teens & Young Adults

Quick Video Solution Library

Your College Kid’s Mental Health

Experts

Peace At Home Parenting Expert Marc Lehman Marc Lehman,LMFT Peace at Home Parenting Expert Amy Alamar Amy Alamar,EdD

Challenges & Solutions

This quick video library offers expert tips for parents to address the mental health challenges college students face. Taken from our series of live classes, these short videos provide practical solutions for common concerns like adjusting to college life, managing homesickness, and handling academic stress. We also cover holiday transition tips, strategies for a successful first semester, and how to set boundaries and make the most of summer vacation. Whether you’re navigating the emotional challenges after the college drop-off, supporting your student through stressful times, or helping them for new transitions, this library provides quick answers to your college parenting questions.

Start with our Quick Video Solutions – easy-to-watch clips with expert tips and handouts. Click on a title below to access the video and handouts.

At Peace at Home, we believe in progress, not perfection. Parenting is a journey, and we’re here to walk it with you. With the right tools and compassionate support, you can parent with clarity and confidence. Let’s do this together.

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Teens & Young Adults
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college mental health transition young adults
Recorded Workshop

Chaos to Calm: Take the Stress Out of Parenting, an Emory University Exclusive Workshop

February 11, 2025 12:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

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

Challenges & Solutions

Parenting doesn’t have to be a battle! When kids feel truly connected to their parents, they’re more likely to cooperate—and that means less stress for everyone. This live, interactive workshop will help you uncover common myths that may be adding to your parenting stress. We’ll dive into communication techniques that build a stronger, more positive connection with your child and practical, science based discipline strategies that work.


You’ll leave with powerful, evidence-based tools to guide your parenting—tools that promote cooperation, reduce conflict, and bring more ease and joy to your family life. Plus, you’ll have the chance to ask questions and get personalized advice in real time.


Leave inspired, equipped, and ready to transform your approach, with helpful handouts to support you along the way. Let’s make parenting feel more like a partnership and less like a power struggle!

 

  • 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.
  • For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, Peace at Home Starts Here, and Parent Wellbeing Libraries. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including 7 Steps to Make Your Home Their Safe Place, Be Your Child’s  Calm Center: Techniques to Calm the Brain
  • If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com
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All, Parent Wellbeing Prenatal & Infant School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
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communication cooperation emotions rules/routines
Quick Video Solution Library

Teens – How to Support, Inspire, and Connect

Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW Autum Cloud Ingram Peace at Home Parenting Expert Autumn Cloud-Ingram,LCSW Peace at Home Parenting Expert Amy Alamar Amy Alamar,EdD Peace at Home Parenting Expert Dana Asby Dana Asby,MA, MEd Peace at Home Expert Sophie Hornick Sophie Hornick,MS, CCLS

Challenges & Solutions

Our Solution Series Libraries are developed around a specific parenting challenge. Each Series includes a collection of hand-picked, easily digestible (15 min+/-) videos which unlock a key piece of the parenting puzzle.  Read our summary of this Series below then click on each lesson to access the class description, video, handouts, and information about our Expert(s).

The teenage years can be exciting times of growth, but can be a strain on your relationship. As your child enters the tween and teen years their brain changes in ways that cause them to find their tribe of peers. This may mean that they are less likely to seek the advice and validation of adults but it doesn’t mean they don’t need your calm, consistent guidance.

Click on the title below to access the video and handouts.

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Teens & Young Adults
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behavior brain development character communication conversation discipline emotions feelings health independence listening misbehavior relationship romance rules safety self care sex talking values
Recorded Workshop

Who owns the problem? Teaching your child how to problem solve and be resilient – MIT Exclusive

March 24, 2025 12:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

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

Challenges & Solutions

  • Are you constantly solving your child’s problems?
  • Do conflicts arise over challenges that might not be yours to fix?
  • Do you wish your child could handle challenges more effectively?

This workshop will help you identify who “owns” a problem—whether it’s yours or your child’s responsibility—and how to approach it. By understanding this distinction, you can avoid unnecessary conflicts, reduce stress, and empower your child to become a capable problem solver.

When teens see themselves as problem solvers, they’re less likely to engage in risky behaviors, including substance use or self-harm. Teaching your child how to solve problems strengthens their emotional intelligence, preparing them for success in relationships, at work, and in life now and in the future. Join Peace at Home Founder Ruth E Freeman, LCSW to explore strategies that make life easier for you and your family while fostering your child’s independence and resilience.

  • 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.
  • Check out Peace at Home’s Quick Video Solution Libraries. Explore the Videos and Handouts in our Teen Library – Support, Inspire and Connect with Your Teen 
  • Have a specific question or challenge? Email us, and we’ll send you tailored links to live workshops, and on-demand resources, or connect you with an expert for one-on-one support. Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com
  • MIT is committed to providing an environment that is accessible and inclusive for individuals with disabilities. If you need a disability-related accommodation for this event, please email worklife@mit.edu.
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School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
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communication problem solving
Recorded Workshop

Tweens and Teens: Take a Deep Breath Here Comes Their Independence – MIT Exclusive

March 10, 2025 12:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Autum Cloud Ingram Peace at Home Parenting Expert Autumn Cloud-Ingram,LCSW

Challenges & Solutions

Adolescence is a time of significant growth and change, marked by a teen’s natural desire for independence. While this growing need for freedom can feel overwhelming for parents and caregivers, it is a crucial step in helping your child develop into a healthy, self-reliant adult.

Are you wondering how to encourage independence in your teen or tween while ensuring they stay safe and supported? Join this workshop led by a Peace at Home Parenting Expert to explore:

  • The key brain changes happening during adolescence and how they affect your teen’s behavior.
  • Why fostering independence is essential—and how to do it safely.
  • The risks and rewards of giving your teen more freedom.
  • Practical strategies, including 7 actionable steps, to create opportunities for independence while maintaining clear and healthy boundaries.

This session will help you balance the need to guide and support your teen while also empowering them to grow. Let’s navigate this exciting stage of development together!

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Teens & Young Adults
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communication emotions independence
Recorded Workshop

Support Your College Freshman’s Mental Health (MIT)

February 24, 2025 12:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Peace At Home Parenting Expert Marc Lehman Marc Lehman,LMFT

Challenges & Solutions

As your child transitions to college life, their overall wellness is crucial for academic and social success. This comprehensive workshop equips parents with proactive strategies to support their college freshman’s mental health and well-being.

Recognizing that the first year can be filled with new stresses and challenges, we’ll discuss concrete ways to guide your young adult toward healthy habits. Learn how to communicate effectively about the importance of self-care, including balanced eating, sleeping, and exercise routines. Gain insights on managing stress, whether it stems from academic pressures, social dynamics, or the adjustment to independent living.

Importantly, we’ll cover how to set up the necessary support systems before problems arise. Discover how to research and facilitate counseling, coaching, or executive functioning assistance tailored to your college student’s needs. If your child had an IEP or 504 plan in high school, we’ll address how to properly transfer those accommodations. Help your child establish clear communication with professors and campus resources, such as writing centers and tutors, to optimize your student’s chance of thriving.

By adopting a proactive, wellness-focused mindset, you can help your college freshman build the skills to stay in school, excel academically, find their social circle, and become happier during their time on campus. This workshop will empower you to guide your young adult toward developing the habits and support systems that nurture mental and physical well-being. Promoting your college freshman’s mental health and overall wellness will position your student for success, both in and out of the classroom, throughout their first year and beyond.

  • 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.
  • Explore our series on Supporting Your College Student’s Mental Health with five workshops, quick on-demand videos, access to 1:1 consulting, and more. Click here to learn more and gain the clarity and confidence to help you support your young adult through this important time of their lives.
  • If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com
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Teens & Young Adults
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college college freshman mental health
Recorded Workshop

Bridging the Generation Gap – Strengthening Grandparent-Parent Relationships

February 27, 2025 12:00 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 Cora Megan Cora Megan,MA

Challenges & Solutions

Are you a parent who loves seeing your kids bond with their grandparents but struggles with boundaries over discipline, bedtime, or screen time? Or are you a grandparent who cherishes time with your grandchildren but feels challenged by new parenting styles?

If concerns have been building but you’re hesitant to express them, you’re not alone. A recent C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital study found that nearly half of parents report disagreements with grandparents over parenting choices, yet many remain silent. When issues go unresolved, relationships can suffer, and in some cases, parents may limit grandparents’ access—a loss felt most deeply by the children.

Join Peace at Home Founder Ruth E. Freeman, LCSW, and expert Cora Megan D’Allesandro, MA, as they dive into the dynamics of the grandparent-parent-child triangle, helping families address challenges and strengthen relationships for the long-term benefit of everyone involved.

  • 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.
  • For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, Parenting Self Awareness and Self Care. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes
  • If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com
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All, Parent Wellbeing Prenatal & Infant School Age School Educator Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
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grandchildren grandparents mental health parenting style conflict
Recorded Discussion

Teen Mental Health and Substance Use

February 05, 2025 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW Avatar photo Jonathan Beazley,LADC, LMFT

Challenges & Solutions

Rapid growth, exploration and risk taking are all part of teen development. Taking risks give teens a chance to test their abilities and learn more about themselves. Some risks, however, can be harmful and have lasting effects on your child’s health and well-being. 

Two of parents’ biggest concerns about teens right now are mental health and substance use. And there’s a strong connection between these two issues.

Peace At Home founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW examines these issues with Jonathan Beazley, LADC, LMFT, retired Alcohol and Drug Interventionist at the University of Connecticut. Their conversation will include vaping, which has become one of the most popular forms of substance use among young people, despite the growing evidence of its health risks and harms. When talking about substance use and abuse with your kids, it’s helpful to know the facts and the myths. Parent knowledge, communication, and monitoring can make a big difference in keeping your child safe. Whether your child has not tried substances or has already begun to use or is using regularly, this conversation is for you. 

  • Click the play button below to watch this previously recorded discussion and download the handouts.
  • 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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Teens & Young Adults
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communication mental health stress
Recorded Workshop

Get on the Same Page: Practical Steps to Resolve Parenting Style Conflicts

January 28, 2025 12:00 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 Aaron Weintraub Aaron Weintraub,MS, Curriculum Advisor

Challenges & Solutions

Each of us grows up in a unique family and when we come together as a couple, we don’t usually talk about our parenting beliefs until children are actually on the scene. Parenting differences between partners can be helpful, but over time those conflicting styles can become problematic. These differences can cause undue stress on a marriage and on children as well. But there are practical strategies you can use to get on the same page about common parenting disagreements. 

We’ll touch on sugar, screens and children’s emotions as examples of key areas where parents may differ. Join us to understand conflicting parenting styles and gain strategies to resolve your conflicts as a team. 

Join Peace at Home Founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW and Advisor and Expert, Aaron Weintraub, MS, to start the new year on the same page. 

  • 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.
  • Check out our Resource Page and Quick Video Solution Library, Peace at Home Starts Here. Explore the Videos and Handouts on lots of great topics to use to get on the same page. 
  • Have a specific question or challenge? Email us, and we’ll send you tailored links to live workshops, and on-demand resources, or connect you with an expert for one-on-one support. Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com
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All, Parent Wellbeing Prenatal & Infant School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
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balance communication CoParenting Family Parenting Styles Parents Communication Positive Relationships mental health self-care work-life working parent
Recorded Discussion

New Year Parenting Check-Up: Practical Steps to Start the Year Right

January 14, 2025 12:00 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

Even the most positive parents lose their way from time to time. The most amazing and challenging part of being a parent is that as soon as you’ve got it figured out, your child goes and changes! 

Join Ruth and Fairfield University Professor Tanika Eaves, PhD, LCSW to reflect on the big picture and assess what you want to keep about your parenting approaches and where you want to make some specific, positive changes. This is a conversation between two seasoned parenting educators about what really matters for kids. The start of a new year is a great time for a checkup – let’s do this together!

  • 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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All, Parent Wellbeing Prenatal & Infant School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
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communication conflict emotions family mental health routines stress