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This fact sheet addresses the complicated issue of adoption, defining it, explaining it to others, and dealing with the feelings that arise. A complete bibliography, resource list and resources for ad... Details >
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This family Web area offers articles and resources to help you lead your children toward healthy and drug-free futures. Special sections include parenting, which offers advice on communicating more ef... Details >
This site is designed for parents and other adults involved in the lives of 7- to 18-year-olds, the Family Guide Web site emphasizes the importance of family, promotes mental health, and helps prevent... Details >
As a parent, you have the power to prevent your child or teenager from using and abusing alcohol and other drugs. Talk with your children about what drugs are, the dangers in using them, and what they... Details >
This page has an easy-to-read, comprehensive review of research and statistics on fatherhood and family trends.... Details >
The Department of Health and Human Services has developed a special initiative to support and strengthen the roles of fathers in families. ... Details >
Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Mothers' Centers are self sustaining, non-profit groups where mothers meet, engage in discussion groups, enjoy a respite from their child caretaking role (childcare is available while the Mothers' par... Details >
This site helps you find contact information on all accredited Parents Anonymous® organizations in the United States.... Details >
Children often have a natural tendency to play hard. Here's how to direct your child's energy into a lifelong love of physical activity. For many children, biking to the playground and playing kickba... Details >
This document from The National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center provides parents with resources to help them play a central role in preventing youth violence, not just in their own children'... Details >