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Is my teen delinquent?
Let's get into the definitions and establish a solid framework for the rest of this article. What does it mean to break a law? We are referring to a law from the Criminal Code, and in the case of youth, we are referring to the Youth Criminal Justice......
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Support your teen to develop their autonomy
It’s a time of hormonal, psychological, social, relational, and sexual transformation. Through these upheavals, your teenager will need your support and presence more than ever, as well as your guidance, to help them learn important lessons on the p......
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The 5 Principles of Positive Parenting
Positive parenting is an educational approach that emphasizes kindness in our interactions. Parents who favour a positive approach respect the child's reactions and adhere to a non-violent communication style. Positive parenting invites parents to p......
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Teen Autonomy and Empowerment
They are expected to become more and more autonomous and responsible, to develop their opinions, their sense of judgment, to be able to find solutions to their problems, to make choices, and to accept the consequences. It's lot to do! How can w......
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My relationship with my teen... A father's point of view
The sudden need for autonomy and independence can overwhelm some parents. Moreover, the way children respond to their parents is different than before. In this respect, it is important to remember that this is part of normal, healthy youth developme......
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Does your teen’s going out worry you?
These youthful habits define the teenage years for most families. If you're worried about your teenager hanging out at the park, playing video games all day or being invited to parties, this article is for you. The teenager's need for freedom......
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Making amends
Justice is not always restorative It would be logical to think that all justice is restorative. And while that’s not wrong, according to the definition provided by the Government of Canada, it is “an approach to justice that aims to repai......
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To help throught difficult times
Key Messages "Anyone can experience a mental health issue. So you need to find the right people to talk to about it to find the right tools and respect your pace." - Roxanne, psychosocial worker, CAFGRAF "Reducing or stopping your use of s......
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Is your teen running with the wrong crowd?
For some families, this transition goes very well. But for the vast majority, it's an adjustment for everyone. Indeed, this is the most difficult time of parenthood! New people are coming into your kids' lives. You may like some of these people and......
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My child has been charged with a criminal offence
What is criminal responsibility? From the age of 12, a person who has committed a criminal offence can be held responsible for that offence and be placed under arrest. However, the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) is tailored to the real......
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Gun violence among youth
However, the frequency of these behaviours is what allows us to distinguish between the beginning of a more significant problem and an isolated event, also called youthful errors. The vast majority of young people fall into this second category. &nb......
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