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Should We Allow Our Teens To Watch ’13 Reasons Why’?

April 20, 2017 by Alicia Dakins 3 Comments

If you have teenagers,  then there's a good chance you've heard of the newest show on Netflix that everyone their age is talking about. And if you haven't, you're definitely sure too soon. The show is called 13 Reasons Why. It's comprised of 13 episodes about the suicide of a teenage girl named … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment Tagged With: 13 Reasons Why, bullying, controversy, mental health, NetFlix, social media, suicide, Teen, teen suicide, television

Book Review: “The Perfect Comeback of Caroline Jacobs” By Matthew Dicks

December 3, 2015 by Christine Stock Leave a Comment

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I have to say that I’m pretty proud of myself: I’m actually almost done with my Christmas shopping after an impromptu visit to the mall last week. I know, impressive, right? I finished earlier than expected with an appointment last Wednesday and figured that a quick shopping trip was in order. It … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Book Club, Books, Entertainment, Reviews, Uncategorized Tagged With: book club, book reviews, bookmarked, books, bullying, Matthew Dicks, The Perfect Comeback of Caroline Jacobs

Book Review: “Weightless” By Sarah Bannan

July 21, 2015 by Christine Stock Leave a Comment

I was 11 years old when my parents told me that we were moving to Los Angeles. I was thrilled, of course. Television had taught me that Los Angeles is the land of palm trees and sunshine and movie stars, and I’d have the time of my life. Or so I thought. Starting a new school in the middle of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Books, Reviews Tagged With: book club, book recommendations, book review, bookmarked, books, bullying, cyber-bullying, Sarah Bannan, Weightless

Daughter Inspires Bully To Make Amends & Apologize 20 Years Later

May 20, 2015 by Marianne Litman Leave a Comment

Twenty years ago, bullying wasn't as much of a hot topic as it is in our society today. There weren't countless programs to teach kids why they shouldn't bully, organizations whose only aim is to help kids who are bullied or social media hashtags like #stopbullying, #noh8 and #wearedamo bringing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Life, News Stories Tagged With: bullies, bullying, cyberbullying

Mom’s Facebook Post Earns Her Mother Of The Year Award

April 1, 2015 by Marianne Litman 1 Comment

Recently, it has become a trend to use social media to shame your kids as some form of punishment. Most of the time, the “shaming as punishment” doesn’t seem like the best idea… almost like parents bullying their kids. And if there is one thing we shouldn’t be promoting or idealizing for our kids, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Life, Parenting, Tweens & Teens Tagged With: bullying, Cinderella, cyberbullying, Facebook, social shaming, Teens

What Happens When Kids Read Mean Tweets?

March 13, 2015 by Marianne Litman 1 Comment

I will be the first to say that I eagerly await the release of a new “Celebrities Read Mean Tweets” segment from The Jimmy Kimmel Show. I find it funny, and I know it is 100% mean-spirited. I would personally NEVER tweet something rude to a celebrity or anyone else for that matter. And I don’t … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Education, Kids, Parenting, Tweens & Teens Tagged With: bullying, canadian safe school network, celebrities read mean tweets, cyberbullying, Jimmy kimmel

Why Would A GOP Staffer Shame Obama’s Daughters On Facebook?

December 2, 2014 by Marianne Litman 2 Comments

Ahhh politics. There’s a reason most people stay away from politics at all costs. But for Sasha and Malia Obama, that’ not really a possibility anymore. So when I read about a GOP staffer shaming the girls on FACEBOOK of all places, I had a “face meet palm” kind of moment. Elizabeth Lauten, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Life, News Stories Tagged With: bully, bullying, malia obama, Obama, outfit shaming, politics, President of the United States, sasha obama, slut shaming

He’s No Bully! Or Is He?

November 4, 2014 by Sara 1 Comment

Tomorrow night is a bullying awareness night at Will's school. I wouldn't miss it. I'll be honest...last Tuesday, I skipped pumpkin carving night and sent him with a sitter so I could go to spin class. But this Tuesday? My legs will have to wait an extra week to turn to rubber. I want to learn … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Parenting, Parenting Issues Tagged With: bullying, growing up, kids interactions

Five Movies About High School Every Parent Must See

August 21, 2014 by Mubina Visram Leave a Comment

School eventually ends after a certain time, but the experiences it leaves us with stay on for the rest of our lives. School has a timeless quality to it that is reflected through the many films about school experiences made over the years. These five films provide a fun portrait of the joys, loves, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Movies Tagged With: back-to-school, bullying, cliques, date rape, eating disorders, films, gay teens, Heathers, high school, how teenagers feel, Juno, mean girls, movies, parenting, school, social anxiety, teen angst, teen drug use, teen issues, teen loneliness, teen pregnancy, teen sex, teenagers, The Breakfast Club, The Perks of Being a Wallflower

People Respond To Robin Williams’ Death In The Worst Way Possible

August 14, 2014 by Tanya Cruz Leave a Comment

DISCLAIMER: Some of the details in this article may be disturbing for some readers. A lot of humanity has shown their true colours this week. After the announcement of Robin Williams’ death, many of us reacted with sadness, remembering and celebrating the man who made us laugh for so many … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Life, Life Events Tagged With: bullying, celebrity news, cyberbullying, depression, New York Daily News, Robin Williams, suicide, Twitter, viral news, Zelda Williams

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