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Podcast Episode #39: Kids, Teens and Sleep

By Northeast Ohio Parent Staff Writers
November 24, 2019
Do you think your kids and teens are getting enough sleep? Chances are they are not. On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Dr. Jyoti Krishna, director of sleep medicine at Akron Children's Hospital, who shares how much sleep kids need at each age. Listen as he shares research on how a lack of sleep can affect your child, as well as practical takeaways on how to help them get more sleep. ...
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#CLEMAMA: Lessons of a Letdown

By Sara Carnes
November 21, 2019

Parents, don’t blink. 

Before you know it, you’ll be driving your kids to college, bawling your eyes out all the way home and be prepping them for what it’s like

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Signs and symptoms of kids vaping

Signs Your Child is Vaping

By Michele L. Bailey
November 4, 2019
It can be hard to tell if your child is vaping — and the results can be scary. Vaping, originally designed as a better alternative to cigarettes to help people quit smoking, is proving to have a host of side effects. Look for these signs if you suspect your child is vaping. ...
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Changing Directions: Teen Adoptions Can Have Lasting Impacts on the Future

By Angela Gartner
October 30, 2019
Teens who are adopted can have their lives changes by finding a place to call home. Area agencies, teens and adoptive parents share facts and experiences when it comes to this important type of adoption. ...
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Admissions Apps & College Consultants for High School Students

By Mike Daugherty
October 16, 2019
Choosing the right college or university is only part of the journey. Students still need to complete a rigorous application process and many have to figure out how they plan to fund their education. High school counselors can provide some guidance; however, students and parents also may want to consider outside support like these apps and websites. ...
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‘Changes’ Outpatient Facility Helps Kids Struggling with Mental Health, Addiction

By Angela Gartner
October 7, 2019

Children and teens who are experiencing mental health and addiction issues now have a place to go.

Located in Solon, Changes is a new state-of-the-art outpatient facility from Springstone, a

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Getting a Head Start: How Students can Earn College Credits in high school

By Heather Tunstall
September 30, 2019

Adrianna Lakatos graduated this past May from Chardon High School. Like her classmates, she had spent her high school days doing the things she loved: drama club, attending football games

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Career Opportunities Provided by Technical Certificates and Two-Year Degrees

By Shana O'Malley-Smith
September 19, 2019

If you have a high schooler at home, you’re probably starting to think about what comes next after graduation.  read more

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No Chips for Breakfast: Healthy Morning Meals for Teens

By Jennifer Picciano
September 4, 2019
Eating a nutritious breakfast provides energy, improves your ability to concentrate, has a positive impact on your mood, and encourages lifelong healthy habits. If you find that your teen often skips breakfast or hits the school’s vending machine, have them start their day off right with these healthy options. ...
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Social Media and Self Image for Today’s Teens

By Mike Daugherty
August 19, 2019
The rise of smartphones and social media pushes today's teens to be full-time brand managers who strive for likes, comments, upvotes, emojis and hashtags regarding how they present themselves. Unfortunately, this strengthens the perception that image is everything, and getting likes is the key to happiness. Anxiety, depression and self doubt all rise when teens measure their worth by the number of likes they receive. ...
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