by Susan Parmelee | Jan 9, 2019 | Healthy Habits, Mental Health, Raising Teens, The Things Kids Do
I have asked Ashley Granger to write this month’s column as a preview to our January Teen Toolbox panel presentation. The pressures on our teens continue to increase, and sadly suicide is now the 2nd leading cause of death for youth ages 11-24, second only to...
by Susan Parmelee | Nov 6, 2018 | Acts of Kindness, California Laws, Drug Awareness, Drug Prevention, Healthy Habits, Mental Health, Raising Teens, Signs of Drug Use, The Things Kids Do
As we transition from Thanksgiving into the winter holidays, I find myself both excited and a little anxious as in the past I was known in my family for being so worried about the perfect Christmas that I often turned into the Grinch. Now, a few years older and wiser,...
by Susan Parmelee | Oct 8, 2018 | Drug Awareness, Drug Prevention, Raising Teens, Signs of Drug Use
Both parents and educational professionals often ask me what substances young people seem to use the most and what today’s trends are. Often, adults who pose this question have a preconceived notion of what the predominant substances are and, not surprisingly these...
by Susan Parmelee | Sep 5, 2018 | Healthy Habits, Mental Health
When discussing mental health, many of us have ideas and perceptions, but not a clear idea about when to seek help. Culture and society contribute to both misconceptions and stigma surrounding mental health symptoms and seeking mental health care. At the Wellness...
by Susan Parmelee | Aug 8, 2018 | Acts of Kindness, Mental Health, Raising Teens
A huge thank you to Love San Clemente for deep-cleaning the offices of the Wellness & Prevention Center. Our staff feels healthier and more productive, thanks to all your hard work. Love San Clemente is an annual event sponsored by the faith community. The focus...
