Parents’ Perspective » 2009

Richard Lange, Ph.D., MSW, LPC, Center for Family Services, Camden, New Jersey

Time Out is NOT to be used for punishment – seek natural and logical consequences for most situations.

Resources

Phil Berardelli, journalist, author, Safe Young Drivers: A Guide for Parents and Teens

Dr. Lisa G. Kaplowitz, Health Director, Alexandria, Virginia Health Department

Center for Disease Control – Also is linked to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Web site
Federal Emergency Management Agency – Has excellent information for preparing children for emergencies
ready.gov/kids
babyzone.com – articles to prepare children for emergency
Red Cross
firesafety.gov/kids
Many states have great sites as well:
Virginia Department of Health
Local Poison Control Centers
Telephone 211 Services – many are social service links
(don’t use 911 for non-real emergency situations)