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By Samurai Dad     Conflict is the expression of differences between people. Disagreements are a fact of life, but often uncomfortable for both teens and adults. Unless we...

by Shannon Betts. This post originally appeared on A Fine Parent. “Mom, I have better things to do now.” When the conversation is about reading, few...

By Samurai Mom It seems like every week brings a fresh news story to stir parent anxiety about the risks teens face. If it’s not an article about rising opioid addiction, then...

By Samurai Dad February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. You can help reduce teen violence by helping to educate others about the signs of teen dating abuse and how to help a victim....

By Samurai Mom Ask anyone about their first kiss and a wistful smile crosses their face.  Maybe it’s a private smile on the inside, but it’s there. The strong feelings that...

By Samurai Mom When kids are little, your relationship with their teachers is clear: you’re partners in encouraging your little one to grow throughout the school year. Raising...