Motivational Interviewing and Values Clarification Module
Professional-development opportunities and information, such as learning modules and handouts, are available through the Thrive portfolio, as valuable resources and educational materials professionals, who work with families, can easily access and use. These resources are free and are immediately available for public consumption. As a parent educator, you play a valuable role in helping parents …
What New Research Reveals About Social Media and Mental Health: Are Teens Over It?
A new report from the Pew Research Center, recently covered by CNN, reveals teens in the United States (U.S.) are becoming concerned about the effects of social media use on their mental health (Duffy, 2025). While platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok remain central to teen social life, the study shows a significant shift in …
Daily Conversations with Your Child
As the school year begins, you may find that making time to truly connect with your child is difficult. Communication is the foundation for a strong parent-child relationship, but you may wonder how, when your time is limited due to scheduling demands, you can find moments to connect with your child. See below for some …
When Fathers Struggle, Families Feel It
When family members and/or healthcare professionals consider who, in a family that is expecting a new baby, might develop mental health challenges in the months before and after a baby’s arrival, they often focus on mothers and their risk for experiencing postpartum depression. While healthcare professionals understand that maternal health is critically important, they are …
Is Plant-Based Milk Enough for Toddlers? What Parents Need to Know
Today, families have more options regarding the different types of milk available for them to buy. Plant-based milk has grown in popularity as more people explore alternatives that align with various dietary needs, lifestyle choices, and environmental values. But, if you’re thinking about swapping out cow’s milk for a plant-based substitute in your toddler’s diet, …
More Veggies, Please! How to Encourage Your Child to Eat More Vegetables
Vegetables play an important role in supporting your child’s growth and long-term health. Eating a variety of vegetables early in life can help your child develop a healthy gut microbiome that supports digestion and can promote lifelong well-being. Since eating habits formed in childhood often continue into adulthood, encouraging vegetable consumption early can help your …
Applied Neuroscience for Helping Professionals
Professional-development opportunities and information, such as learning modules and handouts, are available through the Thrive portfolio, as valuable resources and educational materials professionals, who work with families, can easily access and use. These resources are free and are immediately available for public consumption. Professionals who work in human-service agencies may be working with clients who …
Supporting Families Facing Challenges
Professionals who work with families facing adversity can play a crucial role in supporting children’s development and well-being. The Raising Children Network (2024) provides a comprehensive guide for professionals to use to help them efficiently and realistically engage with families who are experiencing various challenges, including financial hardship, social isolation, and health issues. Understanding Family …
