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Tackling difficult subjects

Categories: Kids 8-11, Teens & tweens, Fun & activities, Health & safety, Development, In the news, Alcohol & drugs, Media, Education

The other day, I wrote about one parent's discussion about smoking with her son. Smoking's not an easy subject to broach, especially if you're a smoker yourself. There are other topics that are just as difficult, if not more so, than smoking, however, that parents need to discuss with their kids. Because you know that if you don't, someone else will -- like the kids on the playground.

You're not alone, though -- there is help out there. The Talking With Kids website offers advice on how to talk to your kids about several topics including sex, drugs, and violence. They have a printable brochure you can download and offer support for groups such as the PTA or church groups. The important point is that parents need to talk to their kids and they need start early and do it often.

If these subjects make you uncomfortable, the tips on this site may help you get past that discomfort. It's certainly worth a look.

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