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By Randy Nathan Experts agree that bullying is a national epidemic and impacts hundreds of thousands of lives across the country. This book uncovers the prevalence of bullying in sports by identifying the behavior. It calls out those who are involved in enabling the culture and the matter in which it is being used, and what can be done to stand up against this conduct. Bullying in Sports offers a comprehensive approach that openly acknowledges the bullying in sports and identifies the breeding ground that inculcates athletes into a certain mindset that spills over into the classroom, hallways, and bathrooms. Chapters offer strategies and tactics on how to put policies into action. Furthermore, this book offers an important paradigm shift that has the ability and potential to completely transform our bullying programs and strategies. Order today on Amazon.

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.  Although many parents and teens never believe that dating abuse will happen to them, they believe they are immune to such behavior, they couldn't be more wrong. Domestic violence doesn't discriminate. Parents, what you need to know if you suspect your child is in a bad relationship: You can look for some early warning signs of abuse that can help you identify if your child is in an abusive relationship before it’s too late. Some of these signs include: Your child’s partner is extremely jealous or possessive. You notice unexplained marks or bruises. Your child’s partner emails or texts excessively. You notice that your son or daughter is depressed or anxious. Your son or daughter stops participating in extracurricular activities or other interests. Your child stops spending time with other friends and family. Your child’s partner abuses other people or animals. Your child begins to dress differently. What c...

With the recent death of actor Philip Seymour Hoffman many people are discussing the topic of addiction. It is an evil disease -- one that has taken many lives way too young, not only celebrities, but many others. This is why parents need to understand the importance of continuing to talk with your children about the risks of substance abuse.  This is not your average marijuana -- in some cases -- that is being sold to kids, as reported on 20/20 about a year ago. Dealers are getting savvy and hoping to "hook" your teen. Yes, marijuana is legal in some states, however this is with good cause for medical reasons, not for the reasons teens are looking for.  This is where parenting needs to take over to explain the division. So what is the difference between substance abuse and addiction?  When will it cross over? The diagnostic criteria for Substance Abuse is defined as a maladaptive pattern of substance use leading to clinically significant impairm...