Parent Workshop Series Fall 2011

All workshops are held 6:00-7:30 p.m. at Turning Point Youth Services, 95 Wellesley St. East (2 blocks east of Wellesley Station). To reserve a spot or for more information, please contact Roxanne Galea-Dinova at 416-925-9250, ext. 224. All parent workshops are free of charge.

Wednesday, October 19

Brains, Bodies and Behaviours: Making Sense of Your Teen
Present by: Patty Hayes, MSW, MDiv

Adolescence can be an exciting and challenging time for both parents and teens. This workshop will provide an overview of adolescent development from a bio-psycho-social perspective as well as information on some issues and resources related to adolescent mental health.

Wednesday, November 16

Brains, Bodies and Behaviours: Making Sense of Your Teen
Present by: Dr. Donna MacLachlan, Child Psychiatrist

It can be difficult at times to distinguish between the typical “push back” of adolescence and when the struggles may be signs of something more troubling. Dr. MacLachlan will focus on the characteristics of Oppositional Defiant Disorder, the dynamic between teens and parents that reinforce oppositional behaviours and how to disengage from this dynamic. Questions and input from parents/guardians will be welcome.

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