Most of us lack enthusiasm for household chores such as mopping the kitchen floor or folding the laundry. But adults’ lack of enthusiasm for these chores pales in comparison to their children’s opinion of them. However, according to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP),
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Parenting an Online Student? 5 reasons to include exercise (BPT) – As the pandemic continues, health experts and physicians are concerned that with home and online schooling replacing in-person curricula – including PE classes – our children may not be getting the physical activity they need
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Celebrate Halloween at Transit Drive-In and Support Kaleida’s Local Frontline Workers! The Kaleida Health Foundation invites Western New York families to come to a “Halloween on Transit.” The family-friendly event, which will be held outside with social distancing measures in place, will feature a variety of activities,
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PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS: ERIE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH OFFERS SCREENING AND SERVICES FOR CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DELAYS OR DISABILITIES Early Intervention and Preschool programs serve children from birth to age 5 with therapies and family supports ERIE COUNTY, NY – While much of Erie County is entering
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Special program of distance learning targets families affected by the digital divide BUFFALO, NY – A series of half-hour courses will premier on Monday for students from kindergarten through twelfth grade designed to help them receive distance learning instruction because they are lacking internet or computer access.
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Calling all Eligible Students Accessible Academics May Be Just What You Need! By Anne Showers, Founder & CEO A new local non-profit agency is growing and enrolling new students for the fall 2020 semester. Accessible Academics provides transition support to students with disabilities who want to attend
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Parents of newborns and infants face many challenges throughout a typical day. At the end of a long day tending to their youngsters’ every need, parents may think their work for the day is nearly done as bedtime approaches. But a parent’s work is never done, and
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Parents can best help their children overcome obesity and develop healthy eating habits by adopting a “family treatment” approach to positive habits, including acting as a “champion” for good choices and being a healthy role model. That’s the message to families with children who are overweight or
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(News In Health) Teenagers have their whole lives ahead of them, they’re often told. The idea that a teen could be thinking about ending that life might be hard for their friends, families, or other people in their community to believe. But the risk of suicide should
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PARENTS NEED TO KNOW: NICOTINE IS ADDICTIVE FOR TEENAGERS AND YOUNG ADULTS BUFFALO, N.Y. – August 22, 2019 – As New York State teenagers and young adults head back to school and college, the New York State Smokers’ Quitline reminds parents to educate
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