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Monthly Archives: March 2012
200th Ask Dr. Pat Blog! – A thought on Eating Together
Eating as a Family People often ask how they can maintain a strong relationship with kids throughout their lives, perhaps especially during the difficult teenage years. There is no magic answer, no golden rule, all families have a different dynamic. … Continue reading →
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My son is headed down the wrong road fast. How can I get him back on track?
My son just turned twelve, he has pretty much stopped going to school, is lying, not following rules, bullies his little sister, has become violent and destroys doors, walls or whatever is in his path. He has been involved with … Continue reading →
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