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| Sharing Joint Custody |
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| Here is an authoritative look into the problem of child custody. It offers information about joint custody arrangements whereby the child spends fifty per cent of his/her time with each parent. Child custody is not viewed as an either/or proposition as in the film "Kramer vs. Kramer." Find out about the problems and advantages as reflected in research data, read about the experiences of the families of Michael, Brian, and Ryan, and take a look at the tips provided by experts. This excellent site provides links to other interesting articles on this topic. |
| Topic: Family problems |
| URL: http://familyeducation.com/article/0,1120,20-13705,00.html |
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| National Runaway Switchboard |
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| An amazing one out of seven kids will runaway before their eighteenth birthday. This fact in itself is why the National Runaway Switchboard is so important. They are here to help those who are thinking about running away or those who already have. If you are a parent of a teenager, there are some helpful links with suggestions as well as information on where to get help. The Switchboard also offers help for teachers and concerned adults. If you or anyone you know is dealing with running away, the National Runaway Switchboard can help.
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| Topic: Family problems; Runaway children |
| URL: http://www.nrscrisisline.org/ |
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| The Hideout |
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| To find out what domestic violence is, visit this web site called The Hideout. The information here explains the difference between domestic violence and common family stresses and disagreements. Answering questions on the quiz will help you understand situations that may be violent and help you understand your feelings about them. You can read stories about kids experiencing domestic violence and find out how children are affected by it. There are also facts about domestic violence. Learn how to be safe, who you can talk to and what your rights are. |
| Topic: Domestic violence; Family problems; Violence |
| URL: http://www.thehideout.org.uk/ |
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| What Should I Do if My Family Fights? |
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| You don't always know what to do when members of your family fight. No matter how you feel, you most likely just want it to stop. In times like this you really can do something. You can learn what to do when your parents fight, when you fight with your parents, when you fight with a brother or sister, and even get helpful tips on any type of family fights. If you find this information helpful, you can look at the other articles offered on this site that may also be of a help. |
| Topic: Family life; Family problems; Siblings; Social conflict |
| URL: http://www.kidshealth.org/kid/talk/qa/family_fights.html |
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| Effects of Violence on Television Can Impact Family Values |
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| "Just 60 years ago, television was viewed as an unknown curiosity." The author describes the evolution of television and how it impacts family values in a positive and negative way. The author provides suggestions concerning how "Families can build on their strengths by working together to become 'smart' TV viewers." The article concludes with the observation that "adults can influence the way TV affects children by providing guidance and limits on what they watch." Excellent article! |
| Topic: Family life; Family problems; Television and children; Values; Violence in television |
| URL: http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/familyworks/values-04.html |
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| Get Your Angries Out |
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| This is a great site for children, parents, and teachers. Anger resolution and coping mechanisms are discussed in a simple and logical format. There are honest answers and commentary about issues that are affecting today's youth. Additional web links allow viewers to post questions and research more specific problems. Clearly written and easy to navigate, this site is appropriate for students of average to above average reading ability. |
| Topic: Family; Family problems; Father-daughter relationship; Father-son relationship |
| URL: http://members.aol.com/AngriesOut/index.htm |
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| Kid's Health |
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| Kids can read about topics concerning their health and social well-being. Explore such family issues such as a new baby at home, birth order, relationships, and divorce. You may have lots of questions about your body, such bed-wetting, weight, growing pains, or your skin. Find out more about what could go wrong with your health, such as common illnesses and diseases. Stay healthy; read about the right foods and try recipes. Also read about school issues such as bullies, cheating, homework, friends, and peer pressure. Deal with difficult feelings such as anger and depression and what to expect through adolescence. |
| Topic: Adolescence; Children--Health and hygiene; Family problems; Health; Safety education; Teenagers--Health and hygiene; Young adults; Youth |
| URL: http://www.cyh.com/cyh/kids/index.html |