Sex and Tech: The Surprising Results from a Survey of Teens and Young Adults
Dr. Robyn Silverman
Ugh. I love technology but sometimes…I hate it! We all know that teens like to be online—in fact, just about 90% of teens are! The question is…what are they DOING online? What are they doing on their phone? Some of [...]
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My Parents are Still Hovering! When does this Helicopter Parenting stop?
Boy oh Boy. Anytime I post something on helicopter parenting, the comment box goes nuts. Usually those who are commenting are the children themselves—the ones trying to get out from under their parents’ thumbs when it comes to school, new situations, going out, [...]
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Is your child quitting everything they start? Need a Commitment Overhaul?
Here is a letter from a parent to Dr. Robyn Silverman asking about why her child keeps quitting his activities. What’s interfering with her child’s commitment level?
Dear Dr. Robyn,
I hate to admit it, but my child is a quitter. Knowing the Powerful Word of the [...]
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Dora the Explorer Becomes Dora the Diva?
Dr. Robyn Silverman
Well, not exactly. Seems that while many parents and my fellow bloggers got up in arms chanting “Say it isn’t so!” and “No Makeover for Dora! when Mattel released their controversial silhouette on the 6th, calling the new Dora a “tramp,” “streetwalker,” and a Lindsey Lohan Look-a-like. [...]
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Virginia Residents!
A Plea From Ashley’s Mother: Bringing Ashley’s Law to the Table
Dr. Robyn Silverman
As you know we’ve been following the tragic story of Ashley McIntosh, my niece’s teacher, who died in a horrible collision with a police officer, Amanda Perry, on an icy day last February. Witnesses had clearly seen the police car speeding [...]
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Dr. Robyn Silverman
We’re continuing our discussion about helicopter parents, overprotective parents who won’t let go and hover over the heads of their children, heading off potential challenge/risk or taking over their responsibilities even as they enter their teens and adult years. This is part 2– part 1 is here.
The questions for today are, how can [...]
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Dear Dr. Robyn: Letters about My Helicopter Parents
Dr. Robyn Silverman
This week, we’re concentrating on Helicopter Parents because of the number of questions and letters I’ve received on the topic lately from our readers. The letters in this series are all taken from the comments section of one of my most popular articles; “Overprotective Parents: Helpful [...]
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Nebraska Safe Haven Law: Used Fairly or Not?
Dr. Robyn Silverman
We all get frustrated at times with our children. It can be exhausting. It can push mothers and fathers to their limits. On the worst days, it can even make parents throw up their hands and teeter on giving up. But they don’t. Except when they do. Or perhaps– except [...]
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Family Fun on a Small Budget
Dr. Robyn Silverman
Yesterday we began talking about the first 5 ways to have fun with our families while NOT spending a lot of dough. Even though the economy may be down and dollars a bit short, parents and children can still enjoy themselves and make great memories!
Plan a scavenger hunt: Invite [...]
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How Families can Still Let Loose on a Tight Budget! The First 5 Ways
Dr. Robyn J.A. Silverman
Downturned Economy. Family budget. Excess spending. We’re getting an earful these days. The economy is spiraling down while costs are rising up. Parents are tightening their belts, staying close to home, and clamping down on extra spending. But does that mean that we [...]
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