Which Parenting Style is Preferred by Child Psychologists?

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As a parent of 3 kids, and someone who works with hundreds of kids every week, I’ve wondered which parenting style is preferred by child psychologists? So I decided to investigate. Here’s what I found out. Parenting expert Diana Baumrind, championed the Authoritative Parenting style. Authoritative parents discipline in a “strict, consistent, and loving” way. … Read more

Garden Pool Safety Tips For Your Family

If you have been able to make room for a swimming pool in your garden, then great! Not only will you and your family have hours of fun making a splash during the warmer weather, but your pool will also afford you all the opportunity of staying fit and healthy.  However, as wonderful as the … Read more

Saying Goodbye To Harmful Habits

We all have our habits, our coping mechanisms, and our way of keeping an even keel. However, not all are equal. Exercising off some stress is not smoking, and playing video games for an hour is not the same as substance abuse. If you’re concerned that your habits are taking a real toll on your … Read more

Shifting Support – What Are Your Options When Transitioning Into Aged Care?

There is a lot to consider when you start planning your transition into aged care, with many of us unaware of what options actually exist and how they differ from one another. Anecdotal experience and unprofessional advice might help color your perception, but you want to be getting the right facts upfront so that you … Read more

The Great Importance of Personal Finance Education

The USA system of education does its best to support younger generations with the necessary knowledge and skills. It introduces various disciplines, which are thought to be important for the general development of a growing child. One of these disciplines is personal finance education. According to a study conducted by the Council for Economic Education, … Read more

A Beginners Guide to Understanding Generators

Generators have become more popular as the number of power outages continues to rise across the country. Understanding generators can make them far more accessible and less scary to have in your home. In areas where weather-related outages have always been common and in rural areas across the country, generators have always been popular. Many … Read more

Is Your Teenager Drinking? A Guide to the Warning Signs

Underage drinking is a widespread and prevalent social issue across the United States. Studies have shown that 78% of teenagers have illegally consumed alcohol at some point, a number that is consistently rising. While teenager drinking in itself is not necessarily a cause for intervention, teen alcoholism most definitely is. Alcoholism is destructive across all … Read more

How To Spot A Computer Virus

Worried that your computer may have a virus? If you have security software installed on your computer, it’s likely that you’ll be guarded against any threats. However, viruses can still sneak their way through occasionally. There are many ways in which viruses can enter our computer. Clicking on links in suspicious emails, visiting untrustworthy sites … Read more