These days, trying to keep up with the news can be overwhelming. Everything seems to change by the hour as we hear about more restrictions across the country. Some of us worry that we’re not up to date, while others become overwhelmed with too much information. Now more than ever, mindfulness is important because we […]
Author Archives: Rachael Ovitz
Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) provides vital and life-sustaining social services to more than 11,000 South Jersey residents each year—services that are even more vital during this uncertain time. As the local Covid-19 situation evolves, we remain on the job, as we have for more than 75 years. As we all adjust to our […]
The teen years are almost universally awkward, for kids and parents alike. Thanks to hormones, teenagers’ bodies have kicked into overdrive while their brains continue developing until about age 25. One minute your teen feels scared, disoriented, and alone. The next they’re moody, clingy, guarded, and sarcastic. Adolescence is also when people really begin to […]
It’s every parent’s worst nightmare: teen suicide is on the rise. The Centers for Disease Control report that from 1999 through 2017, the suicide rate among all ages increased by 33%. This trend is particularly alarming for girls ages 10 to 14, among whom suicides roughly tripled during this time period. In the United States, […]
As our minds shift gears from days by the pool to school supplies and homework, the transition from summer to school year can be hectic for both parents and kids. While the new school year can be a time of great excitement, it can also be a source of anxiety for many families. Here are […]