by Dominick Montgomery | May 7, 2014 | Blog
It is still a great time to start a conversation about mental health. Let’s continue mental health month into June and beyond. Here are some facts, just shared by NAMI, about mental health for children and teens: 20% of youth have a mental health condition 11%...
by Dominick Montgomery | Mar 7, 2014 | Blog
“I hate you!” “I wish I had never been born.” “I am never coming back!” “Mom, I’m in jail.” “This is the principal. Your child is expelled.” Unfortunately, far too many parents hear these words from children, schools and law enforcement. Parents don’t have to face...
by Dominick Montgomery | Jan 16, 2014 | Blog
Hurt people hurt people. They may also act out at work, home, school, and in the community. Anger, injury, resentment or heartache affects behavior. In children, this behavior frequently shows up at school. Schools and their staff have become responsible for far more...
by Dominick Montgomery | Jan 9, 2014 | Blog, Uncategorized
Did you make a New Year’s Resolution? Are you thinking about making a resolution to change? About half of us make a resolution to change something at the beginning of a new year. Less than half of us making resolutions achieve them. Good intentions can go bad without...
by Dominick Montgomery | Dec 13, 2013 | Blog, Uncategorized
The holidays are a tough time for people who have lost a loved one or whose family situation has changed due to a child leaving home or divorce. For those who find themselves alone and sad during the holidays, here are a few tips to make the season brighter: 1. Focus...
by Dominick Montgomery | Nov 18, 2013 | Blog
Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and a plethora of parties and family get-togethers are ahead for the next two months. Even people who handle day-to-day stress will sometimes become overwhelmed during the holidays. Set priorities. Budget and time are...
