Personal & Family Well-Being
Family Life is full of challenges, but it is also rewarding when we make wise choices. We have created research-based programs to increase personal well-being, strengthen couple relationships, and empower effective parenting. All of these programs and materials are intended to help you make choices that will lead to a more enjoyable and satisfying family life.
Home Alone Handbook: Is Your Child Ready?
Strengthen Your Brain with Gratitude
How Much is Too Much? Setting Limits with Grandparents
Family Life Friday blog
Show and Tell: Love Your Kids Every Day
Loneliness and Social Isolation among Older Adults
Self-Compassion: Do Better When You Feel Better
The Great Family Slow Down: A Case for Not Going Back to Normal
Activities for Kids!
Visit our Childcare Resources page for more activities like this!
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Relationship resources from the Gottman Institute
- The Gottman Institute offers research-based resources to strengthen relationships.
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Is your relationship a healthy one?
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The organization Love is Respect shares resources to educate teens and others about qualities of healthy relationships. February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.
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What if my partner threatens suicide?
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Love is Respect outlines steps to take and support resources if your partner threatens suicide.
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If you or someone you know are in immediate danger, call 911.
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COVID-19 Resources for Parents
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These resources from the Child Mind Institute help parents who are working from home with kids who are out of school or otherwise transitioning to new ways of interacting.
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AR Children's Hospital Coronavirus Resources
Arkansas Children's Hospital has prepared resources to educate your child about coronavirus, and to calm their anxiety. -
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- During times of uncertainty, mental health can become more difficult to manage. If you or someone you know needs support, they can call 1-800-273-8255 24/7 or use the chat feature in the linked webpage.
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Self-Care After Trauma
Sexual assault is traumatic, and reporting an assault can cause a victim to relive the trauma. Self-care is important, but it can be very difficult following trauma. The Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN) offers resources for victims and families. If you have a friend or family member who has been a victim, you may find these tips useful.
- RAINN offers a national hotline and online chat for survivors.
- The National Sexual Assault Hotline number is 1(800)656-HOPE.
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