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Parenting a child who is struggling with their mental health can feel overwhelming. You are not alone.
Explore real stories, practical advice, and support from parents who have been where you are, along with guidance you can use in your own family.
From Struggles to Mental Health Advocacy: Andy’s Story
Mental health wasn’t something families talked about when Andy was growing up. “There was a time where you didn’t talk about this at...
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Fly Like the Eagles: 5 Parenting Resilience Strategies
Discover five parenting resilience strategies inspired by the Eagles’ Super Bowl journey. Learn how to stay strong, find support, and tackle
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What Are FID Days?
Wondering what are FID days and how they impact parents and children? Hear from real parents about the challenges...
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2024 - Unwrapped!
This year, you showed up—for your child, for your family, and for yourself. Whether you...
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Why does my child seem exhausted after social events?
If you have an introverted child you may have experienced their social battery running out in the form of them getting quiet,
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Why is My Child Acting Differently?
If you have noticed a shift in your child's mood - you'll want to monitor it. A mood shift can be a sign that your child is...
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How Do I Manage My Anxious Child's Anxiety?
Anxiety has a way of making a person feel like they are the only one that feels this way. That is why...
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How Do I Protect My Child From Bullying?
If you feel like your child's school is not taking bullying seriously check out our tip sheet on how effectively advocate for them.
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How Do I Help My Child Manage Their Time Effectively?
As a parent your to do list only seems to get longer and somehow the days seem to get shorter. It is so hard to fit in everything you...
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How Do I Talk to My Child About Suicide?
Not long ago we got a call from a mom who heard that her child had been talking about taking their life. She said that didn't really...
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How Do I Prepare My Child to Go Back to School?
We know this can be a daunting task so we gathered parents top 5 back to school preparation tips.
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Why Won't Insurance Cover My Child's Needs?
If you have been told by mental health services providers, doctors, or your insurance company that the treatment your child needs PH95...
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Do Olympians Struggle With Their Mental Health?
As worldwide excitement builds for the 2024 Olympics eyes will be set on Paris. This world uniting event gives us the opportunity to...
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I Did Not Expect This...
We are the moms who know that parenting is not what you expected, and it is probably a very different experience...
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Did I Mess Up My Relationship With My LGBTQ+ Child?
Parenting can often be isolating, especially when raising a child who struggles with their mental health. This is made even more...
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Life-Saving Tips for your LGBTQ+ Child
Check out these life-saving tips for your LGBTQ+ child on how you can be their best ally!
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How Do I Help My Anxious Child?
If you have asked yourself the question; "How do I help my anxious child?", you are not alone. Anxiety is the most common mental health...
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Why Won't My Child Listen?
If your child doesn't listen to the word "no," this method can help!
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My Son is Depressed
Hearing that your child is struggling with depression is very scary. Work with an FSP today to figure out your best next step!
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How do I talk to my parents about my mental health?
Are you a child or young adult struggling with your mental health but not sure what to do next? Check out this blog for your next step!
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Did I Overreact?
I keep thinking - did I overreact by sending him? Even though I know it’s not true. This is so difficult, what do I do with all this guilt?
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Why Are Social Events Hard For My Child?
Use these tips and resources to help your child navigate their next social event successfully, while showing them that you are on their team
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What are My Kids Doing This Summer?
The age old question; "What are My Kids Doing This Summer?" is one that a lot of parents grapple with. Plan now and thank yourself later!
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Helping My Child Make Friends
A child who struggles with their mental health may also struggle to make friends - which only adds to the challenges they are facing.
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