Parenting is a hard job. It is okay to not have all the answers. Children experience a wide variety of things that don't always have easy solutions. Below are some links and guides that can be useful for children in need.
 

Social skills are necessary for all children. Social skills are also just that - a

SKILL. Therefore, social skills can be learned and improved with practice. Check out these two articles on Edutopia for more information:

1. Social Emotional Learning Strategies for Parents 
2. A View on Emotional Intelligence

 

Age Appropriate Positive Discipline

• Positive Discipline Guide
• Discipline Tips

 

Co-parenting and Parenting Post Divorce

• Co-Parenting Communication Guide 
• Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines 
• Post-Divorce Guidebook 
• Parenting After A Divorce 
   

Internet Use and Cyber Safety

• Cyber Safety 
• Media and Parenting Trend Report 

 

Academic Needs: High School Success - Parent Suggestions 

 

Disability Resources: Parenting a Child with Special Needs

 

Alcohol and Drug Abuse: Preventing Drug and Alcohol Abuse

 

Childhood Trauma and Recovery 

• Abuse Recovery - Parenting Guide
• Understanding Your Child's Trauma 
• Legal Support

 

Community Links 

• Mental Health of Lake County - A referral directory for programs in the area
• Help Guide - a comprehensive resource for mental health issues 
• Child and Youth Health - physical and mental health milestones for children and teens 
• National Crime Prevention Council - crime prevention tips and safety resources in your home