Theresa Londoño's blog

What does a first-grader’s reward chart have to do with smoking a joint down the road? It’s not as much of a stretch as you might think. A strong sense of character can prepare and protect our children against the many risks facing them as they grow up, including drug and alcohol use.  Read more about When Rewards Back-fire

Are you in a negative cycle with your child? You can reverse the cycle, where your child will turn toward you during risky and difficult times rather than away from you.  Read more about Repairing a Damaged Relationship with a Child

Self-validation is fundamental to the development of children and adolescents. This is foundational for the growth of a young person into someone who has internalized the belief that she knows and can act on what is right for herself (or himself). Read more about Teaching Self-Control