Category Archives: Facts&Figureskating

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Facts & Figureskating: Who Are the Children in Foster Care?

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Kids from all walks of life end up in care, for many different reasons. However, these kids are more likely: to be older to be members of a minority group to be a set of siblings to be a survivor … Continue reading

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What Happens When Kids in Foster Care Suddenly Become Adults?

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Each year, an estimated 20,000 young people “age out” of foster care. So what might come next for them?  Studies show… **** Sources: Slide: “54% of aged out foster kids earn a hs diploma” Brandford, C. & English, D. (2004). … Continue reading

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Nurturing & Attachment Stops Child Abuse

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Protective Factor #1: Nurturing & Attachment. Parents who nourish an attachment with their child by learning how to respond sensitively to the child’s needs will find parenting easier, more enjoyable. Kids who receive affection from caretakers have the best chance … Continue reading

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Facts and Figureskating: Talking to your Teens about Sex

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The National Campaign gives these 10 tips for Parents to help their children avoid teen pregnancy.  We welcome your responses and your own advice. The following is taken verbatim (some information extracted for conciseness on this website) from The National Campaign … Continue reading

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