Tanni Haas, Ph.D. Road trips are a lot of fun, but they can also be stressful if you’re not properly prepared for them. Thankfully, there are many things you can do to reduce stress and keep everyone happy. Based on my own experiences as well as conversations with other parents,…
By Family Features | Contributor Financial literacy is a critical skill that helps set the foundation for a stable and prosperous future. By understanding the basics of money management, teens can make informed decisions and avoid common financial pitfalls. According to the annual Teens and Personal Finance survey, a study…
By Elizabeth Lenart | Contributor New Friends New Life (NFNL) has appointed Cole Edmonson, DNP, RN, FAAN, as the nonprofit’s new board chair for a two-year term. Dr. Edmonson succeeds Jane A. Rose who has served in this role since 2023. A healthcare executive, registered nurse, and former chief nursing…
By Cheryl Maguire | Contributor When Lisa, age 57, first noticed that her mother seemed confused, she assumed it was typical behavior from an 80-year-old. She continued to take it in stride when her mother tried to make a phone call using the TV remote. Lisa became somewhat concerned when her…
By The American Heart Association Your body is your vehicle, so you have to keep your engine running when you work out. That means fueling your body by eating nutritious foods and staying hydrated. Good nutrition can enhance the performance of, and recovery from, sporting activities. You don’t…
By Janeen Lewis | Contributor Did your teenager love summer camp as a child? Does he or she need a job but can’t work during the school year because of homework and activities? Maybe you’re ready for your teen to get employment experience but still have some carefree time outdoors…
By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. Whether your kids are going to camp this summer, joining you and the rest of the family on a vacation trip, or just hanging around the neighborhood with friends, chances are they’ll experience their first crush. What should you say and do if that happens? How…
By American Heart Association | Contributor Work out at work If you’re like most American adults, you spend most of your waking hours at work and struggle to fit everything else (like exercise) into your “free time.” And who are we kidding? Sometimes by the end of the work day…
By American Heart Association | Contributor When it comes to simple ways to be healthy, walking is all the rage. Follow these tips to get started and learn more about fitness walking. You can get active in lots of ways, but walking is one of the easiest! For most people,…