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The Enduring Impact of Emotionally Supportive Grandparents Grandparents often hold a special place in a child’s heart, creating cherished memories filled with warmth and love. While parents are typically the primary source of emotional support, grandparents can also play a vital role in a child’s emotional development. According to Dr. Brett A. Biller, Director of […]

The Great Summer Holiday Debate: Should School Breaks Be Shorter? The traditional long summer holiday, a seemingly immutable part of the school year, is facing increasing scrutiny. While the prospect of shorter summer breaks might initially sound unappealing to students, the potential benefits for parents, learning outcomes, and even the economy are fueling a growing […]

Uncertainty Surrounds Summer Learning Programs as Federal Funding Faces Scrutiny Across the United States, summer and after-school programs are facing an uncertain future after a sudden freeze in federal funding. The repercussions are already being felt by families and children who rely on these programs for essential support, including meals, safe environments, and educational opportunities.Further […]

The Importance of Language: Rethinking How Schools Identify Homeless Students Across the United States, schools are grappling with the challenge of identifying and supporting students experiencing homelessness. A key strategy emerging in some areas involves a simple yet powerful shift in language. Instead of using the term “homeless,” schools are opting for more sensitive phrases […]

The Rise of Multigenerational Living: Why More Young Adults Are Staying Home The image of young adults striking out on their own immediately after college is fading. A growing number of 20-somethings are choosing to live with their parents, a trend fueled by economic pressures, shifting cultural norms, and evolving views on family support. This […]

Christian Bale, the acclaimed British actor known for his role as “Batman,” has turned his attention and resources to a cause close to his heart: keeping sibling groups together within the foster care system. Inspired by his own concerns about the well-being of his children should he and his wife be unable to care for […]

How Parental Anxiety Impacts a Child’s Brain: A New Study A groundbreaking study reveals that children of parents highly sensitive to anxiety may exhibit unique brain activity patterns when processing emotions. Published in the journal Development and Psychopathology, the research highlights a connection between heightened anxiety sensitivity in parents and differences in how early adolescents’ […]

Open Your Home and Heart: The Rewarding Experience of Hosting a Foreign Exchange Student Imagine the joy of hearing a young person from another country describe their first day at an American high school as “the best day ever.” That’s the experience one Johnstown family had when they welcomed Kai, a foreign exchange student from […]

Navigating the Complexities of Blended Families: When a Stepson’s Arrival Triggers a Family Crisis Blending families presents unique challenges, often requiring careful navigation of emotions, expectations, and pre-existing dynamics. One stepmother found herself in a particularly difficult situation when her 17-year-old stepson, seeking refuge from conflict with his biological mother, requested to live with her […]