Loss is a Complex Journey

By Allen Webster · November 1, 2023

Published in Families, A.W.E., Communication, Family Life, Friendships, Guest Posts, Inspiration, Marriage, Parenting, Personal Growth, Spiritual Life, Values, Well-Being

Allen Webster is a friend and a most incredible writer. We all experience loss in our lives. If you aren’t experiencing loss right now, then…

Nature Videos Boost Adolescent Mental Health

Posted by [reposted by] Jim Liebelt · October 31, 2023

Published in Families, Culture, Mental Health, Teen Behaviors

In a recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers found that adolescents exposed to nature videos exhibited improved stress, affect, mood, relaxation, nature connection, and nature spirituality outcomes.

Screens Negatively Impacting Kids’ Brains, Fueling ADHD Epidemic: Experts

By Vance Voetberg · October 25, 2023

Published in Families, Adolescence, At-Risk, Communication, Culture, Discipline, Education, Entertainment, Family Conflict, Family Life, Gaming, Health Issues, Mental Health, Parenting, Personal Growth, Social Media, Stress, Values, Well-Being

There is more and more research suggesting that too much screen time is impacting kids’ brain development. I’m not against all screen time but we…

The Myth of Teen Multitasking

By Jim Liebelt · September 28, 2023

Published in Families, Adolescence, Culture, Education, Teen Behaviors

Teens believe that multitasking while doing homework doesn’t have a negative impact on their ability to study or learn. But research has shown effective multitasking is a myth.