An Open Conversation: Lecture Series for Parents of Teens

Druker Auditorium, Newton Free Library,  See dates below, 7:00-8:30 pm, free and open to all. The Newton Free Library and Newton Youth Services will be hosting a five-part series of workshops for parents around the topics of wellness, stress management, and communication.  As part of the Youth Stress grant awarded to the Newton Health & Human Services Department this program is being offered by Newton Youth Services and Newton Free Library in partnership with Newton Cares, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Riverside Community Care, the Massachusetts School for Professional Psychology and the Multiservice Eating Disorder s Association. Presenters will include mental health professionals and experts in adolescent development and communications.

Wednesday, April 30, 2014 Success under Stress

Newton is a high achieving community. Can how we define success contribute to the stressors in our lives and the lives of our teens? If we can’t eliminate stress, how do we teach our children to manage it in healthy ways?

Tuesday, May 13, 2014 #sorrynotsorry
It’s different today from when we were teens. This session will explore social media, how it is effecting teens and how we can help them navigate it.

Monday, June 2, 2014 OMG! Your teen actually talks to you?
Communication is one of the keys to raising a happy and healthy teen. This session will explore tips for open communication to help strengthen your relationship.

Thursday, June 19, 2014 Don’t Hate, Appreciate
Learn more about talking to teens about body confidence, eating disorders and media literacy. How can parents start the conversation, model healthy behaviors and teach young people not to put others down based on looks.