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Supporting parents of children with mental health challenges to be their child's best advocate
Our Shared Stories
Parenting a child who struggles with their mental health can be tough, but together, we find strength. Explore stories of hope and practical advice from parents who've been where you are now.
Payton Johnson
7 min read
Supporting Your Adult Child Who Doesn't Live at Home
Remember, not every check in needs to be serious! Send them a funny video, meme, or post that you came across that made you think of them.
Payton Johnson
7 min read
Exploring Bipolar Disorder From a First-Hand Perspective
Let’s not use the phrase “I am bipolar.” That label can be heavy. Instead, let’s use the phrase, “I am someone who has bipolar tendencies.”
Payton Johnson
8 min read
How Does Your Relationship Change When Your Child Turns 18?
Look at your relationship with your adult child in a different way than you did before. "You are going from being a supervisor to a co-work
Payton Johnson
6 min read
You Never Stop Being a Parent; Transitioning to Raising Adult Children
When asked how they keep tabs on the mental health of all of their children who span across the state of Pennsylvania Jayne replied; "I make
Payton Johnson
6 min read
Why do My Kids Resent Each Other?
Exploring sibling dynamics as children and whether or not they experienced any resentment because their sister required extra attention.
Payton Johnson
5 min read
National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
The last week in February serves as National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. The Mayo Clinic defines Eating Disorders as; "a preoccupation w
Payton Johnson
6 min read
Guest Blog: "Melanin and Mental Health"
#papafa #guestblog #adoption #blackmentalhealth We are excited to introduce our first ever guest blogger, Nichole Bonsell. Nichole is a...
Payton Johnson
5 min read
How Important a Loving Home is to LGBTQIA+ Youth
#papafa #LGBTQIA #pridemonth #mentalhealthawareness #support "One day you will find your people, who will be there for you and understand...
Payton Johnson
6 min read
Love Letters from Mom; A Path to Sobriety and Happiness
"Before my first time going to an RTF my mom and I couldn't even be in the same room as each other, it was terrible," said Emme.
Payton Johnson
5 min read
The Longstanding Impact of Bullying
"Now when children go home there is no off switch to interacting with their classmates." Advice on what to do if your child is being bullied
Payton Johnson
5 min read
Youth Sports Benefits: How to Ensure Your Child Wins the Important Stuff
This week we sat down with a mom who has seen how beneficial youth sports can be for her children & have some advice for your family.
Payton Johnson
4 min read
Signs that your Child Might Struggle with an Eating Disorder
#papfa #neda The never-ending pressure of fitting into society's idea of "beauty" has put massive pressure on young people. At every turn...
Payton Johnson
5 min read
Social Media- Supportive Community or Your Child's Kryptonite?
Remind your child that nothing and nobody is perfect, and even the highest paid model in the biggest campaign in the world is photoshopped..
Payton Johnson
4 min read
Dear Mom and Dad, Thank You.
A message from one young adult to her parents, thank you!
Payton Johnson
6 min read
Meal Plans, Dorm Rooms, and Anxiety; Pursuing your Undergrad While Making Mental Health a Priority
Transitioning into college can be one of the most exciting times of a person’s life, but also arguably one of the most overwhelming. The...
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