It is estimated that 40% of North American children will have at least one potentially traumatizing experience by the time they are 18 years old including: – death of a parent or sibling – ongoing abuse – physical, mental, sexual – serious accident – natural disaster – witnessing domestic violence – violent crime How adults respond to children during and after traumatic events can make an enormous difference in the eventual outcome – both for […]
Parents of teenagers face numerous issues and struggles. It is no wonder they become discouraged, overwhelmed, angry or confused. Rick has ideas how to help. disrespectful attitude towards parents, family and others challenges requests or rules self-absorbed unable to see things from another’s perspective lazy and careless about responsibilities has a negative attitude toward school is emotionally withdrawn and distant picks friends of whom parents disapprove erupts in anger for minor reasons lacks motivation for […]
YOUNG & BIPOLAR Bipolar = episodes of extraordinary energy and racing grandiose thoughts alternating with periods of deep, perplexing depression (manic depressive) Manic state: – great energy – unrealistic “highs” – go without sleep for days – rapid speech, flipping topics – intensely focus on activities or projects to the detriment of everything else – marked increase in sexual interests- risky sex, masturbating – […]
This full day or 2 evening workshop will introduce you […]
This workshop will present the facts, myths, misconceptions, controversy and […]
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“Our psychiatrist recommended Rick to help us sort out behaviour management issues for our autistic son. He was an invaluable help.”
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