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Aug 2024
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How your well-being of today could impac...

CINDY HOVINGTON, PH.D.
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Send us Fan Mail I read this fascinating article that looked at parental well-being of parent with teens. This article reminded me of a few things that I think you should know as well. There are lots of things we should be working on today that can have an influence on our well-being when our kids become teens. Life's purpose, our relationship and confli ... Show More
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