The Holidays Are For Parents Too
#pamhpafa #holidays #family "There are so few times that I have everybody I love in one room. My college kids come home, my high...
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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
- 5 min
How Do I Help My Child with Moving Anxiety?
All of these tips can help ensure that your child's adjustment is as smooth as possible to the new area.
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
Celebrating Stay at Home Dads
"There were so many pros and some strong cons; I had no Sunday night blues but after a while I had no excitement on a Friday night, every...
Payton Johnson
- 6 min
Working From Home? Try These Tips to Maximize Success and Protect Your Mental Health
We at PA Parent and Family Alliance are here for you and want to help ease as much of this stress as we can.
Payton Johnson
- 6 min
Celebrating National Recovery Month - Sobriety During the Pandemic
"Remember that using will not change what is actually happening today,"
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
Class of 2020; It's Okay to be Sad but You're Not Alone
This class has had to trade in their caps, and gowns (both graduation and prom) for zoom lectures and online finals.
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
Tik Tok- What it is and How to Join Your Kids and Get in on the Fun
Laugh at the comedy, awe at the art. Whatever you do do it together and have fun with it.
Payton Johnson
- 6 min
All Education is a Priority Right Now
With the current state of the country schools, teachers, parents, and students are struggling to find a balance.
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
Bipolar Disorder; What it is and How to be a Part of Ending the Stigma
It's World Bipolar Day. Learn more about the diagnosis 10 million Americans live with.
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
How to Work from Home and Stay (Relatively) Sane and Productive
We're here to help assuage your anxiety and give you some suggestions on how to get through the next few weeks of social distancing.
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
We’re Going to Get Through This and We’ll Be With You Every Step of the Way
We're here to help assuage your anxiety and give you some suggestions on how to get through the next few weeks of social distancing.
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
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
El impacto persistente del acoso escolar o bullying
#pamhpafa #lasaludmentalimporta#primerolasfamilias#acosoescolar#acosocibernetico Como padre/madre, específicamente de un niño con...
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
Parent Leadership Series: Faith and Mental Health
"Get honest. If needed encourage people to talk to someone they trust," says local parent leader and pastor.
Payton Johnson
- 6 min
Parent Leadership Series: Supporting My Non-binary Child and the LGBTQ+ Community as a Whole
Brown never once said that she was a leader but to us at PA Parent and Family Alliance, it was clear that she clearly fits the bill.
Payton Johnson
- 6 min
Dealing with the Loss of a Parent
The death of a parent offers a unique kind of sadness that nobody can relate to unless they have experienced it themselves.
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
My Family is Not "Broken", and Neither is Yours
"To me, the saddest thought was having two separate Christmases, and birthdays but actually that turned out to be not so bad,"
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
Moving; How to Better Prepare Your Kids for the Big Change
"Tell your child as early as possible about the move and discuss it often."
Payton Johnson
- 4 min
Titulo Asegurándonos que la voz Hispana sea bienvenida en la salud mental del niño Articulo
#pamhpafa Nosotros en PA Parent y Family Alliance queremos asegurarnos de poner un gran énfasis en diversidad e inclusión. Escribir un...
Payton Johnson
- 4 min
Brandon Brooks; Philadelphia Eagles Offensive Guard, and Mental Health Advocate
"Brooks wants his fans to take away that; “When it comes to mental health issues, I think the biggest thing is to embrace it, accept it."
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