The print and online resources provided below have been reviewed and/or created by Relate staff members; please contact Relate staff if you have questions or concerns. The information in these resources is for educational purposes only. Consult with an appropriate professional regarding any medical, legal, psychological, emotional, behavioral, or other issues. Please reflect on the information thoroughly, considering carefully its applicability to your own circumstances.

Crisis

• Crisis Resource List

COVID-19

December 2020 Parenting Newsletter
January 2021 Parenting Newsletter
February 2021 Parenting Newsletter
March 2021 Parenting Newsletter

Chemical Health

• Drug and Alcohol Addiction Rehab, Treatment and Recovery Resources in Minnesota: https://www.help.org/drug-and-alcohol-rehab-centers-in-minnesota/
• National Institute on Drug Abuse: Positive Parenting Prevents Drug Abuse
• Warning Signs of Adolescent Chemical Use
• How to Tell if Your Teen has a Chemical Use Problem
• Alcohol Awareness Month

Early Childhood

• https://www.zerotothree.org
• https://helpmegrowmn.org/HMG/index.html
• https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones/index.html

Child Trauma/Tragic Events

• Child Mind Institute: A collection of trauma resources for parents and teachers

Nutrition and Wellness

• Food and Mood

Parenting

• A week of no time outs

Stress/Anxiety

• 40 Ways to Relax in Five Minutes or Less

Suicide

• Article – Parents Crushed by Son’s Suicide Turn Tragedy into Inspiration

Miscellaneous

• Whole People – Healing Journeys
• MPR Mental Health
• 10 Things I Wish Everyone Knew About Therapy
• Depressed but not Ashamed
• For The Children’s Sake, Put Down That Smartphone

Local Resources

Area-Safety-Net-Services-Mapping-Spreadsheet

Staff Articles

Increasing the Bond with Your Child in Just Minutes a Day  by Kendra Woodworth, MA, Predoctoral Psychology Intern

Autumn by By Michele Owens, MA, LAMFT

Fostering Independence by By Adam Sarff, MA, Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Maintaining Balance during the Summer Months by Jessica Bleninger, MA, Pre-Doctoral Psychology Intern

Let’s Talk About Alcohol! by Kelly Wyttenhove, MA, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Spring Into Action by Michele Owens, Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Valentine’s Day and You by Adam Sarff, Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Learn to Chill Out in the New Year by Amy Louwers, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Mixed Bag of Emotions During the Holidays by Michele Owens, Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist

Being Thankful by Becky McNattin, MSW, LGSW

A Proactive Approach to Your Relationship by Michele Owens, LAMFT

Power Struggles:  Creating a “Win” for the Parent-Child Relationship by Katie Anderson, PsyD

A Month of Connection by Becky McNattin, MSW, LGSW

Self-Compassion By Aaron Means, Pre-Doctoral Clinical Psychology Intern

Parenting your Adult Child By Kendra Woodworth, MA, Predoctoral Psychology Intern

3 Ways to Combat Seasonal Affective Disorder By Lauren Abdill, Practicum Therapist

The Most Powerful Tool in Preventing Suicide? Our Words. By Lauren Abdill, Practicum Therapist

This Back-To-School Season, Talk to Your Teens About Suicide By Lauren Abdill, MSW, LGSW