Course Category: Teens & Young Adults

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 cropped-beazley-jonathan-150×150-1.jpg,  Our Experts Specialists 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
Tags
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
Recorded Discussion

Daily Family 15: Uninterrupted Connection

November 01, 2024 12:00 am EDT/EST

Expert

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

Challenges & Solutions

Join us for our October Challenge follow-up. We’ll reflect on the connections built throughout October, discuss successes and challenges, and offer strategies for keeping the momentum going.

  • The October Challenge – Peace at Home challenged you to spend 15 minutes each day with your child – uninterrupted, no screens, no phones, to strengthen your bond, improve communication, reduce conflict and misbehavior, and boost your child’s self-esteem. For 15 minutes each day, we challenged you to say NO to technology, multitasking, agendas, criticism and nagging and say YES to play, laughter, hugs and smiles, eye contact, reflective listening with curiosity and empathy.

Whether you’ve completed the challenge or are just getting started, this session will provide valuable insights and practical tips for continuing to have meaningful, distraction-free time with your child(ren). Learn how to make these 15-minute moments a lasting part of your family’s routine.

  • 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, Mental Health School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication cooperation emotions independence
Quick Video Solution Library

Support Your College Student’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. Log in to access each of the titles listed below:

  • Stressors in the Life of a Teen
  • Why Is College So Challenging?
  • Stay Connected After Move In
  • Making Friends in College: How to Initiate Conversation (Socializing in College)
  • Adjusting to College Life What to Expect
  • 10 Strategies to Support College Students
  • Stress Management and Self-Care: The 5 Senses
  • Inspire Motivation in Your College Student
  • Signs that Your College Student Is Struggling – Things They Might Say
  • Signs Your College Student Is Struggling: Behaviors to Look For
  • 5 Reasons Why Students Withdraw
  • Depression & Anxiety in College Students
  • What to Do in Times of Crisis

Bookmark our Support Your College Student Resource Guide – your parenting GPS, connecting you to quick videos, helpful handouts, live workshops, and expert tips, all grounded in research and real-life success.

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
Tags
college mental health transition young adults
Recorded Workshop

Mental Health Essentials for Parents: Knowledge and Skills to Support Your Child (Yale WorkLife)

October 16, 2024 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

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

Challenges & Solutions

The parent-child relationship is the most powerful mental health intervention known to humankind. – Bessel van der Kolk, MD

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. Without attention, these mental health conditions can prevent children from reaching their full potential.  Whether your child is doing fine and you want to prevent future mental health issues, or just doesn’t seem like their usual self, or has actually declared concerning thoughts, you can help. 

Join Peace at Home Founder, Ruth Freeman, LCSW, for this important workshop.

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All, Mental Health School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
mental health
Recorded Discussion

Helicopter Parenting or Mindful Underparenting: What’s Good Enough?

October 15, 2024 12:00 pm EDT/EST

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

The US Surgeon General has declared that the stress and mental health challenges faced by parents constitute a serious public health concern for our country. Almost half of parents say, most days their stress is completely overwhelming.

Join Peace At Home founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW and teacher Aaron Weintraub, MS for an illuminating conversation about focusing on what really helps kids thrive. 

Take some time to reflect on approaches from “Helicopter Parenting” to “Mindful Underparenting.” 

Consider simple, good enough parenting strategies that bring out the best in your kids while lowering stress in both your mind and your family.

Intensive vs Balanced Parenting – 

“Intensive” or “Helicopter Parenting” is a popular trend that may be part of the problem. Characterized by a relentless focus on children’s achievement and a high level of involvement in their activities, this approach is rooted in the belief that investing enormous amounts of time and energy into a child’s development will yield the best outcomes. However, this approach can come with significant drawbacks, not the least of which is stress on the whole family. 

An alternative approach might be what one observer called “mindful underparenting” – getting more comfortable with kids feeling bored, leaving screens at home while kids get fussy about routine activities like food shopping, etc.  Many parents feel they need permission to take a step back from parenting behaviors that seem rooted in fear and doubt about our children’s capacities to find their way in the world. Can we define “Good Enough Parenting” that is about creating clear limits and boundaries, yet allowing for enough freedom within those limits for true learning to occur. Can we let our kids feel some discomfort, let them struggle, and just support them work it through?

  • 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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All, Parent Wellbeing School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication cooperation emotions mental health
Recorded Workshop

College Kids Home for the Summer: Navigate New Dynamics, Set Goals & Prepare for Fall

April 09, 2025 7:30 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Peace At Home Parenting Expert Marc Lehman Marc Lehman,LMFT

Challenges & Solutions

As your college student returns home for the summer, navigating the changing parent-child dynamic can be a challenge. This class provides practical tips for parents to help their returning young adult make the most of the summer break and prepare for the fall semester.

Learn how to set boundaries, communicate effectively, and foster independence as your college teen becomes an adult. Discuss financial considerations, including cutting back support and encouraging employment. Gain insights on checking in about the previous year and setting goals for the new term. Whether you’re struggling with a restless teen, yearning for more quality time with your child, or worried about your college student’s mental health, this class will equip you for a successful summer and fall.

  • 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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Teens & Young Adults
Tags
college freshman college students mental health summer vacation
Recorded Workshop

Post-Break Transition: Building Resilience and Learning from Setbacks

January 29, 2025 7:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Peace At Home Parenting Expert Marc Lehman Marc Lehman,LMFT

Challenges & Solutions

As your college freshman heads back to campus after winter break, they may be experiencing a mix of emotions—from excitement to anxiety. This workshop is designed to empower parents with practical strategies to support their student’s mental health, academic success, and overall well-being during this transitional period.

You’ll learn how to engage in constructive, supportive conversations about challenges or missteps from the first semester, and discover effective ways to encourage healthy coping strategies and resilience.

Whether your student is navigating academic hurdles, social pressures, or mental health struggles, this class will provide the tools you need to ease their re-entry and set them up for a successful and fulfilling second semester. Help your college student build the confidence and skills they need to thrive now and into the future..

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. 

Learn more about our Protecting Your College Student’s Mental Health here with live and recorded workshops, quick on-demand videos, access to 1:1 consulting, and more. 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
Tags
college mental health summer vacation
Recorded Workshop

College Students Home for the Holidays: Tips for Parents

November 19, 2024 7:30 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Peace At Home Parenting Expert Marc Lehman Marc Lehman,LMFT

Challenges & Solutions

If your college student is coming home for the holidays, there’s likely more to “unpack” than just their laundry. The transition can be challenging for both parents and young adults. In this class, you’ll learn what to expect as your teenager-turned-young-adult adapts back to the rules and routines of family life. Discover strategies for setting boundaries and expectations together. Welcome them with love and care, while preserving your own well-being and the rhythms of your home. Remain curious about their new experiences and newfound independence, while ensuring respect for your household. Whether you’re concerned about curfews, chores, or simply spending quality time together, this class will equip you to make the most of the time your college student is home for the holidays and set the stage for a successful return to campus.

  • 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. 
  • Learn more about our Protecting Your College Student’s Mental Health here with live and recorded workshops, quick on-demand videos, access to 1:1 consulting, and more. 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.
Ages
Teens & Young Adults
Tags
college college freshman home for the holidays mental health teens