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Afterschool Activities
What do your kids do after school each day? More than 26 percent of school-age children are on their own after school, according…
Childhood Obesity
By Glenna Weis, PhD & Peter Jaberg, PhD Childhood obesity is a national problem as illustrated by 9 million children who were overweight…
ReMoved Part 2
It’s important that anyone interested in becoming a foster parent understand their role. Remember My Story: Removed Part 2 provides a great example…
ReMoved
ReMoved tells the story of a young girl as she navigates her way through the foster care system after being removed from her home and…
Missouri Adoptee Rights Act
In May 2016, the Missouri legislature passed HB1599, the Missouri Adoptee Rights Act. This new legislation grants access to original birth certificates for…
I am that sister…
I am that sister… Watch this short video for an honest look at what it is like for the survivors of suicide. If you,…
Suicidal Thoughts and Understanding Suicide
Having suicidal thoughts? If you are feeling suicidal, or if you want to end your life, it’s important that you keep yourself safe.…
Common Misconceptions about Suicide
It’s important to understand that the stereotypes associated with suicide are just that. Read the following misconceptions about suicide for perspective. FALSE: People…
Surviving Back to School
Getting back into the swing of school schedules can be an adjustment. Here are a few tips on how to make the best…
Suicide Prevention Week
National Suicide Prevention Week – September 5 – 11, 2016 According to Communities Healing Adolescent Depression and Suicide (CHADS) Coalition, more children die…