Providing researched based educational resources to meet the needs of Long Islanders
We have all been there: a child refuses to go to bed, whether putting on pajamas, brushing their teeth, or putting away screens. Often, we get upset, unable to solve the situation, lose our cool, and the child erupts in tears. The truth is that parenting isn’t about perfection, it’s about repair. Repair is what…
The opioid crisis has impacted communities in many ways, and parents often underestimate the importance of preparing youth to deal with the consequences of opioids. The prevalence of opioids in the drug supply renders it a necessity for parents to talk to their teens about the risks of overdoses. Healthcare providers can prescribe fentanyl, a…
Our busy lifestyles often leave us feeling stressed and overwhelmed. If you’re looking for ways to decompress after a long work week or maybe you want to find ways to enjoy spending a little time with your family, try setting aside one night for family board games. The good thing about this is that you…
Advances in technology have made it easier for people living with diabetes to manage their condition. There is a wealth of online support to better self-manage diabetes -education and instruction on the many facets of diabetes management, and also support in the form of motivation, monitoring, habit-tracking, connection to others living with diabetes, and easier…
Handwriting seems to have declined over the years, replaced largely by typing on keyboards and cell phones. Students now tote smart devices to school, starting at the elementary level and continuing through college or post-graduate education. It is interesting to look into whether this change in behavior affects learning or memory. Researchers found that the…