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30 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday November 17, 2007 Personal Trainers & Nutrition Counsellors Certified & Experienced www.oakvillebeaver.com Call Today! 905-582-2642 Complete Exercise & Meal Delivery Service Bootcamps & Kickboxing Strength & Cardio Training Core & Circuit Training Group Walks & Runs Flexibility & Nutrition Boxing Classes Talking and listening is the key to families having drug-free teens Talking to your teen about alcohol and drugs is one of the most powerful things you can do to prevent substance use issues in your home. It's simple, but parents often underestimate the influence they have on their kids, especially in high school. It may seem as if your teen doesn't want to talk to you and it may take some work to achieve it. It's normal. Don't take it as a sign to back out of your child's life. Your teen needs you more than ever. Talking has never been more important. Young people want their parents to stay involved in their lives, even though teens may not admit it. If talking about drugs and alcohol seems hard, start small. Teens are glad to talk about their day, classes, and friends, as well as stresses and dreams. Talking about little things makes talking about big things easier. You'll be a step closer to a strong relationship if you can keep the lines of communication open and talk about issues like drugs and alcohol calmly and openly. But remember, talking is not the same as lecturing. Talking is two-way communication. Therefore, listening is just as important. Here are some tips to help: · Ask questions that cannot be answered with "Yes" or "No," like, "What do you think about marijuana?" or, "What would you do if you were pressured to drink?" · Listen by nodding, try to maintain eye contact, clarify what you have heard: "So, you think pot is not such a big deal..." · Don't assume a teen's experience with drugs and alcohol today is similar to when you were a teen. Find out how times have changed by asking, "What do you hear about drugs in your school?" · Find a natural time to talk, for example, when watching TV, going for a walk, shooting hoops, or in the car. Sometimes, being beside your teen instead of face-to-face, makes it easier for both of you to open up. · To get a conversation started, use teachable moments. Talk about a newspaper article, music video, TV show, or a friend's problems. · Avoid lecturing. Your teen, like most people, will tune out. · Clearly communicate family rules and consequences about the use of alcohol and drugs, and follow through. · Talk about your teen's activities: "Where are you going?" "What are you doing when you get there?" "Who is going to be there?" Monitoring of teens' whereabouts is vital in keeping kids drug-free. · End the talk positively. Your teen will be more likely to come back. For more information visit www.halton.ca/health or call 905-825-6000. -- Health Notes is prepared by staff of the Halton Region Health Department. info@mindandbodystrength.com www.mindandbodystrength.com Dr. Jenna Davis Family Chiropractor/ Acupuncturist Alliance Healthcare Professionals Dr. Jenna Davis 905.845.2291 Specializes in: · Pediatrics · ADD/ADHD · Pre and Postnatal Care · Headaches/Migraines · Naturally Turning Breech Babies · Fertility Issues Wellness care for the entire family! Please check our website for upcoming events and workshops! 232 South Service Rd. E, Oakville, ON L6J 2X5 www.alliancehealthcare.ca Help for COPD patients Halton Healthcare Services will host a free community seminar on Living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): What You Can Do to Help, at its Georgetown Hospital site on Thursday, Nov. 22. The event is at 6:30 p.m. in the Activity Room. Family physician Dr. Jeff Sutherland will discuss symptoms and treatments of COPD, and factors that contribute to a longer and healthier lifestyle. Those interested in attending should reserve by contacting 905-8730111, ext. 4379 or elittle@haltonhealthcare.on.ca. A reduced parking rate is available for those who attend the seminar. The seminar is part of the Living Healthy series offered by Halton Healthcare Services and is presented in partnership with the COPD Education Clinic at Georgetown Hospital. COPD is a group of lung diseases, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Many people with COPD have both of these diseases. 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