Month: March 2022

Tips for Parents of LGBTQ+ Children.

BySophia GelardMarch 15, 2022

Has your kid identified themselves as a member of the LGBTQ+ community? Here’s how to help them as a parent. Something we don’t talk about enough is the higher prevalence of mental health issues among members of the LGBTQ community. Did you know that 40% of LGBTQ

Positive Parenting

Positive Parenting with a little help from DBT

BySophia GelardMarch 10, 2022

The challenges of parenting may be more prevalent today than they’ve ever been before. Your kids are now back to school after long periods of virtual learning, “normal life” events are seemingly getting canceled with every spike in COVID-19 cases, and you may potentially be

Teen Insights

Substance Use is Down Among Cortland County Teens

BySophia GelardMarch 7, 2022

This year’s 2021 Cortland County Youth Survey is out! Results from this survey look promising for Cortland County teens. This year, we gathered results from every school district in the county, while navigating the challenges of survey administration during COVID-19. Each

Positive Parenting

Parenting is Hard. Parenting Wisely Can Help Make it Easier.

BySophia GelardMarch 4, 2022

Parenting is one of the most difficult jobs out there. But don’t worry; you’re not alone! Let me tell you about a program in Cortland County that can make things easier for both parent and child: Parenting Wisely. Parenting Wisely is a program that helps parents