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Promoting Good Mental Health in Adolescents Through Sports: A Parent’s Guide

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Written By: Sarah Glass, Clinical Trainee at ACS, On-Campus Counseling Program ADOLESCENTS INVOLVEDin sports stand to gain more than just physical fitness—they can develop essential life skills like teamwork, perseverance, and self-confidence. However, for these benefits to truly take hold and foster good mental health, it’s crucial for parents to support their children in ways […]

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Parenting Teens: Some Secrets to Staying (Somewhat) Sane

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Written By:  Charlotte Villemoes, LMFT, Site Supervisor, ACS On-Campus Counseling Program The cuteness is gone, and so is the desire to hold your hand on the way to school and cuddle up at bedtime. The kid who used to look to you for answers for anything from “Why does the earth spin?” to “Why do […]

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Back to School Stress Management Tips

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Written By: Katie Luce, LMFT, ACS Site Supervisor – La Entrada Middle School  School is back in session, which can create considerable stress for students and their families. The transition from summer vacations, relaxed schedules and no homework to packed schedules can be challenging. Here are some ideas to reduce stress for yourselves and for […]

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