One subject often covered in the media today is that of obesity. And being overweight is not restricted to older people. Teenagers and even young kids can have a weight problem. For parents wanting to help their child loose some weight and yet allow their son or daughter to have a darn good time in doing so, an adventure boot camp is one of the best answers. It's fun, healthy and beneficial.

There is a lot of talk about nutrition and diet, about exercise and healthy living...

The unavailability of parental supervision is the leading cause for the
surge in after school programs. It is seen that many children spend about
20-25 hours a week unsupervised and alone at home. And as the saying
goes, "An idle mind is a devil's workshop". Children who are left alone
to contend with too much free time invariably fall into the wrong
company. Drug abuse, alcohol, tobacco and crime come knocking at their
doors sooner rather than...

Teen drivers and passengers of teen drivers are at the highest risk of death caused by motor vehicle crashes.  New found freedom, the exhilaration of driving, the camaraderie of teenage friends, and the relief of being out from under watchful eyes all fuel the teenage driver and passengers to make dangerous decisions when in a car.

Almost half of teenagers that die in car crashes are not wearing safety belts.  Parents are shocked when they hear that their child who has...

Many teens try alcohol, tobacco, or drugs, but using these substances is not safe or legal. Some teens try these substances only a few times and stop. Others can't control their urges or cravings for them. This is substance abuse.

There are many types of drugs at the disposal of teenagers. Drug abuse among teenagers occur in schools, in social situations, (parties, raves, concerts, sporting events) at home, and out in the streets.

Virtually every drug that is abused by...

QuinceañeraParty Theme Ideas

It’s your Quince años and you have so much to celebrate! That means you have a lot to think about, so get planning! Starting to plan a Quinceañera party is a lot easier once you’ve chosen a Quinceañera Party Theme. Here are some Quinceañera Theme Ideas to help you get started.

FairyTale Theme: Because so many girls celebrating their Quince años have dreamt of this day ever since they were a...

As children get older, more commonly the weight of control shifts away from parents. Discipline becomes more about discussing and negotiating acceptable behaviours and less about telling them what to do. Allowing teenagers to have input into the family rules, boundaries and consequences means they are more likely to comply with those standards and less likely to rebel.

Choose the right time and place when discussing behavioural issues with your teenager. If you or your child are...

So your teenage son or daughter is in trouble. The next step looks like being time spent in a residential facility for troubled teens. You may have no say in that decision. Without the therapy in a residential facility, your teen may be off to hospital or to jail. But take heart that most residential facilities are determined to help your teen and get them back on the road to recovery.

But, and this is a big but, you as the parent do have a say as to which particular...

Times have changed in many ways for teenage girls today. They are mobile, have access to modern communications and often receive money or can work to give them some independence. But society has changed too. Many teenage girls find themselves in trouble with their parents, their teachers and even with the law. Parents of a troubled teenage daughter often wonder how they can help their child. One such way is to use a boot camp.

The pressures of society today can have a bad...