Sue Scheff: Teens that Shoplift and Steal

It doesn’t matter what your economic status is, it seems some teens from all financial backgrounds will try their “hand” at shoplifting. Why? Peer pressure? Is it cool? Part of the crowd?
What constitutes shoplifting? It doesn’t have to be only stealing, shoplifting can include changing price tags (which is harder to do now with the [...]

Sue Scheff: College Application Tips for Parents and Teens

College applications are a lengthy process that requires time and dedication. If your teen is in their junior year, the time is now to start learning about the college admissions process. Learning about scholarships and financing college is also a priority, especially in today’s economy. If you have a High School Senior, please take the [...]

Sue Scheff: Last Minute College Application Tips

It is that time of year again when many High School teens seniors are applying to colleges.  Are you running behind?  Struggling to get through the application process?  Here are some last minute college application tips from Peterson’s Guide. 
Applications are highly evolved documents, based on numerous admission deans asking themselves if they’re asking you the right [...]

Sue Scheff: School Violence and Bully Must STOP

Last week in Florida is another tragedy involving teens and school violence. BULLYING is a major issue and needs to be taken seriously. The recent incident in Deerfield Beach of the young boy that was bullied and burned by his classmates is nothing short of despicable. It was only a month ago we were all brought [...]

Sue Scheff: Teen Substance Abuse and Sibling Influence

Teen substance abuse is an issue many parents deal with, however are they aware of how it is effecting the other children in their family?  Is your at risk teen influencing their siblings?  Peer pressure, whether at home or at school, can lead to trouble and as a parent, we need to be aware of [...]

Sue Scheff: High School Diploma vs GED

Speaking with parents regularly, I hear this story frequently. Teenagers are dropping out of High School and getting a GED.  This has become more and more acceptable, however is it recommendable?  Personally, I believe there are some cases that it is the only way a person can finish school, but I think parents need to [...]

Sue Scheff: Parenting Cookbook – The BIG Book of Parenting Solutions

The BIG Book of Parenting Solutions is your recipe to parenting kids today.  This tremendous book is similar to a cookbook  of extra special, proven results for parenting!  This book is not only for today’s parent, it is a perfect baby shower gift, holiday gift, or simply to give to a parent today raising kids.  [...]

Sue Scheff: Teen Suicide Prevention Month

As you have probably heard before, talking to your teen about suicide is one of the most important things you can do in helping to prevent a suicide attempt. Many times parents are unsure of what to say and instead say nothing. Here are some suggestions of how you can open the channels of communication [...]

Sue Scheff: Teens and the Pressure to Be Thin

Source: Connect with Kids
Pressure to be Thin
“My friend thinks that people who are thin are smart and popular.”
– Hannah, 8 years old
What makes a 10-year-old girl happy?  Dolls?  Brightly colored dresses?  A new puppy?  According to a study of over 400,000 Canadian children, the answer is being thin.
“My friend thinks that people that are thin [...]

Sue Scheff: Tip Sheet for Today’s Teen Girl

Source: Dove Self Esteem Fund
Every Parent’s Back-to-School Tip Sheet for Today’s Teen Girl
How to Avoid a Back-to-School Breakdown

1. Body Image Breakdown: When girls feel bad about their looks, more than 70%, ages 15-17,avoid normal daily activities such as attending school.
o TIP: Your daughter’s body image starts with you! Show her each and every day how [...]