OCD in children as the name implies are children who suffer from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Their situation is very much akin to those in their adulthood who suffer from the condition. Children depending on age of course may have a harder time explaining or relaying their difficulties to those around them. Their parents as well as others around them may mistake their condition for something else. Obsessive compulsive disorder...more
As your child gets older, they will quickly approach the age of going into kindergarten. Going to kindergarten is an issue of age but it's also one of maturity. Your child needs to learn some basic skills that will help him or her be more ready for school. Find out what you can do that will help you prepare your child for kindergarten.Read to your child each day. This is a good practice as it does help your child learn. He...more
A very concerned mother recently wrote to us because she had discovered that her 17 year-old son was smoking pot. She was worried about addiction and asked us what we would do in her situation to help him realize the spiritual and other consequences of his choices.Even though we intuitively felt that her son didn't have a problem, seemingly innocuous experimentation can easily lead to a destructive habit or addiction.Even with all the efforts by schools and parents to educate young people about the dangers of drugs, most teens will try them anyway. Ordering a teen to never do drugs, of course, will probably only make them want to try them more.It would greatly benefit teens if their mentors were aware of and explained the spiritual side effects of drug and excessive alcohol use. We believe that when you completely understand the spiritual complications involving drug and alcohol abuse, it's much easier to say no thanks, every time.Having seen firsthand the toxic, life-wrecking spiritual side effects of drugs on individuals for years through our work, three years ago, when a party host placed a tray of cocaine in front of Stephen, even though he'd had a few drinks and...more
Are you looking for great entertainment options for your kids at home? Well, especially during the holidays when kids stay at home it becomes particularly hectic for the parents to keep a close watch on the kids. In case of bad weather conditions and bad health parents do not want their kids to stay out of house for long and while they stay inside...more
Big boy toys would describe toys for either a guy that is in his teens or an adult. Guys tend to have more interest in mechanical hobbies that are similar to toys that they played with when they were younger except with a lot more advanced and complicated technology. For instance, when most men were little boys they liked to play with toy cars and...more
Books have a great role to play when it comes to nurturing young minds. Reading books serves a dual purpose of enhancing the learning abilities and broadening the vision to think beyond. While loads of books for children are thronging the bookstalls, there are some that are more popular than the rest. Let's have a look at a few of them.Speaking of bestselling books for children, the first name that comes to head is E.B White's- 'Charlotte's Web'. This book talks about the life of mostly two characters- Wilbur, the pig and Charolette, a talented spider. The tale unfolds the life of both and how Charlotte comes to rescue of Wilbur's life. The way Exposed Skin care System has helped save many acne sufferers from the annoying acne, too makes for an interesting read.The Indian In The Cupboard' is another favorite read of countless children. Authored by Lynne Reid Banks, this book is one of the best fantasy reads available and could immediately transport the reader to the wonderland. The very fact that all the toys of the story come to life under a magical spell, enhances the interest of children in the book all the more. Reading this book in which all the fantasies come alive, you also...more
Do you think Peter Cottontail would be out of place this Halloween? Well, many people still think bunny Halloween costumes are viable costume options. In your mind you may be seeing the cute Easter representation seen every spring. But you can create...more
Childhood is supposed to be a time of growing and developing. It is supposed to be a time of fun and innocence, not dealing with adult issues. Unfortunately there are many children in the world who deal with adult issues. Some of the...more
Whilst the major concern for most people moving house is organising their furniture removal, there is a far greater problem when it comes to children. In fact, it has been recognised by psychologists that moving house ranks 3rd, behind divorce and...more
Kids bed is an intricate choice. While there is multiple options available in market it really matters about the final selection of the bed for your child. The kids bed needs to be a fine choice because you should take care of the security issue,...more
Over the past 20 years there has been a digital revolution, so most homes now have internet, mobile phones and specialist television channels which are geared towards young learners. This can be both an opportunity and a threat, depending on how...more
Crafting with kids can be a challenge in stress management. You worry about keeping all of your kid happy. You worry about keeping your home from being destroyed. Left handed equipment can be hard to find causing you worry about having all the right...more