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Christmas Mantle Decorating Ideas

The fireplace through which Santa will enter the house is a logical Christmas focal point. Before all eyes turn to this room feature, dedicate some time to the decoration of your mantel. By carefully selecting decorative pieces on this area, you can make your fireplace even more aesthetically pleasing and spread some holiday cheer.

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Interior Decorating for a Girl’s Room

Decorating a girl’s bedroom can be a great bonding activity for you and your child. As children grow older, they like to be able to put personal touches on things, particularly their bedrooms. Don’t choose an interior design that you and only you like. Ask your daughter for input before doing anything to her room. Keep in mind that not all girls enjoy fairy princesses and pink. Yours may want her room to reflect her interests in sports, music or anything else.

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The Effects of Media Violence on Teenagers

Violent images sometimes seem to be everywhere–in movies, on television and in video games. Some types of popular music feature lyrics that depict or glorify violent situations. Exposure to violence, whether it is real or simulated, can have a negative effect on teenagers. Over the years, numerous studies, such as one done by psychologists at Iowa State University in 2003, have shown a connection between teenagers being exposed to violent media and displaying violent behavior themselves.

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Which Parenting Skills Deter Deviant Behavior?

Most parents do not want to admit that their child is displaying deviant behavior. But burying your head in the sand or denying that your child has a problem is not going to help. If your child is disruptive at home or at school, he may need your help to get him back on the right track.