The Early Kindergarten Entry Debate: How do Parents Decide?
Contributed By Eve Fontaine, PhD, a licensed child psychologist at Orenstein Solutions, P.A.
Michael is a bright 4-year-old who turns 5 at the end of September. His parents are amazed at how quickly he is developing and changing. Like any preschooler, he sometimes has trouble sharing with others and cries when things don’t go his way. His parents wonder whether Michael would benefit from starting kindergarten early. What if he cannot handle the material and gets frustrated? Then again, what if he gets bored with another year of preschool?
Making Tough Parenting Calls
by Robin Whitsell, Carolina Parent Magazine.
How to stand your ground when enforcing difficult decisions. Dr. Abra Nardo is interviewed for this article.
Different Dynamics: A Look At Modern Empty Nesters
by Kate Turgeon, Pinehurst Magazine.
Empty nest syndrome and how it affects your marriage. Dr. Orenstein comments on the life changes associated with children leaving the home.
High-School to College: Making the Leap
In an interview with Sheryl L. Grant, Carolina Parent Staff Writer, Dr. Orenstein addresses some of the common concerns and pitfalls that college-bound students face.
Staying Connected to Your College Bound Teen
College students today are undergoing overwhelming stress, most marked during their first year away from home. Recent statistics show that thirty percent of students drop out their first year. Learn ways to help your son or daughter ease this transition to college life while maintaining strong family ties.
Home for the Holidays: Keeping the Peace When College Kids are at Home
Families with returning college students are undergoing a dramatic change of routine and readjustment during this season. Develop realistic expectations for yourself as a parent and for your college students while also minimizing conflicts during this the holiday season.
Preparing Your ADD student for College Life
College students are faced with the task of independently managing their lives as they struggle to balance academic and social demands, with part-time jobs, team sports, tv and video games and extracurricular activities. Those diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) can experience even greater challenges as organizational and time management skills become essential tools for survival. Learn more about these daily demands and how you can help your college student prepare for their college experience.
