Is Your Child Paired with the Right Teacher?
It’s the end of summer break, and you learn the identity of your child’s teacher for the new school year. A neighbor suggests the instructor would not be a good fit for your child. Should you request another teacher? Consider the . . . read more
Make Sure Your Worry Makes Sense
Worrying can be a productive way to stave off problems, but for many people, worrying can become more vexing than the original problem they were grappling with. Here’s an exercise recommended by Robert L. Leahy, director of The American . . . read more
Less Sleep = Poor Performance for Teens
Teenagers who stay up after midnight have a worse outlook on life than those who go to bed at an earlier time, according to research presented at a national sleep conference. A team led by Columbia University Medical Center surveyed . . . read more
A Life in Moderation
Modern medical science has revealed that almost every food can be good for us--if we indulge in moderation. But moderation can be good for you in all aspects of your life. Most of us have over-indulged in food, drink, or shopping at . . . read more
Have a Happy “Family” at Work
Your co-workers aren’t your family, but the same rules that ensure a warm relationship with family members can apply to the workplace. Here are some guidelines for communication and respect that will create a positive atmosphere at work: . . . read more
Random Acts of Kindness
Kindness is an innate quality of most human beings. When we see it directed toward others, it makes us feel good. When it is directed toward us, we feel great. Yet sometimes we feel kindly toward someone around us, but feel uncomfortable . . . read more
President Obama Speaks to the Nation's Students
On September 8, 2009, President Obama delivered a national address to the students of America. The president spoke directly to the nation’s children about persisting and succeeding in school. The president challenged students to work . . . read more
