“An estimated 8.3 million children – 11.9% – live with at least one parent (biological, step, adoptive, or foster) who [was abusive] or was dependent on alcohol or an illicit drug in the past year, …

In a Commentary by Michael Josephson, from Character Counts and the Josephson Institute, Josephson notes that treating others with respect is often more an expression of our views, and our own character, than an expression of what …

Between the fast paced world of the teen culture and the many negative influences that teens are bombarded with, of course parenting is a major challenge.  To see just how in tune you are with …

Harris Interactive has published results from their recent survey of a representative sampling of US teens between ages 13 & 18. Key objectives of this study were: 1) to examine teen’s online and cell phone …

Although a majority of schools will never face a situation like the one Columbine experienced in 1999, the experience does require schools to be prepared. Furthermore, there is likelihood that a crisis will happen, most …

The Genetic Science Learning Center at the University of Utah has developed a website dedicated to the science of addiction and the brain. Using this fun, informative, and interactive website, students and adults get an …

“[Marijuana] is the most widely used illegal drug among youth today and is more potent than ever.”
Recognizing this, the Office of National Drug Control Policy identified key facts about the drug through “Marijuana Myths and …

Things to Consider While Making Your Plan
Use the Golden Rule
First of all, treat the bully like you would like to be treated. We sometimes forget that the Golden Rule applies even when we aren’t being …