#support-systems
#support-systems

The Female Neurodivergent Experience

Neurodivergence in women changes dynamically, influenced by life transitions and necessitating tailored support.

NYC parents

fromCity Limits

Opinion: Students with Disabilities Deserve Fair Treatment, Not Suspensions

Disciplinary removal can hinder vulnerable students' education, especially those with disabilities; schools need to prioritize support over punishment.

Advocacy can turn disciplinary removals into reinvestment opportunities for students at risk.

fromwww.gottman.com

What Defines a Toxic Relationship?

Toxic relationships can severely impact mental health and emotional well-being.

Social justice

Wealthy People Are Sharing The Moment They Realized They Were Rich, And I'm Crying In Broke

Personal connections and resources greatly impact outcomes in the justice system.

People Who Went No-Contact With Their Children Are Sharing What The Final Straw Was

Parenting complexities can arise from past decisions, with deep emotional impacts resulting from disconnection and misunderstanding between parents and children.

I adore my children. I'm also scared that one day my son will kill me

Many women live in fear of their sons, who struggle with mental health and social issues, reflecting a systemic failure in support.

Women in technology

The Female Neurodivergent Experience

Neurodivergence in women changes dynamically, influenced by life transitions and necessitating tailored support.

NYC parents

fromCity Limits

Opinion: Students with Disabilities Deserve Fair Treatment, Not Suspensions

Disciplinary removal can hinder vulnerable students' education, especially those with disabilities; schools need to prioritize support over punishment.

Advocacy can turn disciplinary removals into reinvestment opportunities for students at risk.

fromwww.gottman.com

What Defines a Toxic Relationship?

Toxic relationships can severely impact mental health and emotional well-being.

Social justice

Wealthy People Are Sharing The Moment They Realized They Were Rich, And I'm Crying In Broke

Personal connections and resources greatly impact outcomes in the justice system.

People Who Went No-Contact With Their Children Are Sharing What The Final Straw Was

Parenting complexities can arise from past decisions, with deep emotional impacts resulting from disconnection and misunderstanding between parents and children.

Do You Grow Out of Autism?

Autism is a lifelong condition, not just a childhood phase.

fromFast Company

5 days ago

These are the 3 steps that every new graduate should take

In the workplace, a "we, not 'me'" mentality is essential; no one achieves success alone, highlighting the importance of a supportive network.

Startup companies

At 19 I moved in with my 81-year-old grandmother

The golden years of living with my grandmother were filled with understanding and support, reinforcing our bond and providing me with a safe haven during my college years.

Parenting

US politics

fromThe Mercury News

Letters: San Jose's homeless law is cruel and unnecessary

San Jose should prioritize providing alternatives to shelters for the unhoused rather than penalizing them, as existing laws already manage disorderly conduct.

#technology

Fundraising

fromABC7 San Francisco

Bay Area breast cancer survivor develops platform to support people through life's challenges

Wellnest is an innovative platform created to simplify coordinating support for individuals undergoing difficult personal challenges.

fromfaun.pub

Artificial intelligence

AI Is Prototyping Not Solving Life's Problems

Fundraising

fromABC7 San Francisco

Bay Area breast cancer survivor develops platform to support people through life's challenges

Wellnest is an innovative platform created to simplify coordinating support for individuals undergoing difficult personal challenges.

fromfaun.pub

Artificial intelligence

AI Is Prototyping Not Solving Life's Problems

Would You Raise Kids With Your Friends?

Parents are seeking stronger support systems and reconnecting with friends to maintain relationships as they navigate parenting and life's challenges.

Parenting a Child With Autism: 4 Realities I Wish I Knew Sooner

Understanding autism requires recognizing different needs and approaches, as traditional systems can be insufficient or misaligned.

Please, yell at kids! Five lessons I've learned about good parenting from around the world

Communal parenting provides practical support and significantly enhances parental happiness and well-being.

Parenting

The Way I Like to "Reward" My Granddaughter Is Driving Her Mom Mad

Parenting

At 62, I became the legal guardian of my grandchild. I'm more patient and wiser than the first time I parented.

fromThe Atlantic

Would You Raise Kids With Your Friends?

Parents are seeking stronger support systems and reconnecting with friends to maintain relationships as they navigate parenting and life's challenges.

Parenting a Child With Autism: 4 Realities I Wish I Knew Sooner

Understanding autism requires recognizing different needs and approaches, as traditional systems can be insufficient or misaligned.

Please, yell at kids! Five lessons I've learned about good parenting from around the world

Communal parenting provides practical support and significantly enhances parental happiness and well-being.

Parenting

The Way I Like to "Reward" My Granddaughter Is Driving Her Mom Mad

Parenting

At 62, I became the legal guardian of my grandchild. I'm more patient and wiser than the first time I parented.

more#parenting

#emotional-health

Dear Abby: My in-laws think my surgeries are a joke

It's healthy to distance yourself from unsupportive family members.

Feeling hurt is valid when expectations in familial relationships are unmet.

2 weeks ago

When the Help Doesn't Help, Is It Gaslighting?

Fertility gaslighting dismisses emotional experiences, affecting mental health.

Awareness of gaslighting is crucial for emotional safety in fertility.

Clear boundaries are essential to maintain trust in personal experiences.

Parenting

I was laid off right after I found out I was pregnant. I wouldn't wish it on anyone.

Dear Abby: My in-laws think my surgeries are a joke

It's healthy to distance yourself from unsupportive family members.

Feeling hurt is valid when expectations in familial relationships are unmet.

2 weeks ago

When the Help Doesn't Help, Is It Gaslighting?

Fertility gaslighting dismisses emotional experiences, affecting mental health.

Awareness of gaslighting is crucial for emotional safety in fertility.

Clear boundaries are essential to maintain trust in personal experiences.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Parenting

I was laid off right after I found out I was pregnant. I wouldn't wish it on anyone.

more#emotional-health

Abuse survivors charged hundreds of pounds to hide address when seeking debt help

Sierra, whose name has been changed to protect her identity, faced overwhelming debt as a result of domestic violence, reflecting a broader societal issue that needs addressing.

UK news

Dave Ramsey helped us figure out how to stop financially supporting our extended family - this is how we did it

Prioritize your financial future over family financial obligations.

SF food

Asking Eric: The parents refuse to cut their trip short despite their teen's crisis

Retirement

I Ended My Marriage and Moved in With Someone New. My Family Swears I'm Being "Financially Exploited."

Mental health

Are You the Family Whistleblower?

Miscellaneous

Dear Abby: Our son and his new wife are ditching our surname, which sounds dirty

fromPortlandTribune.com

5 months ago

Portland

Navigating Changes as a Family

from24/7 Wall St.

Dave Ramsey helped us figure out how to stop financially supporting our extended family - this is how we did it

Prioritize your financial future over family financial obligations.

SF food

Asking Eric: The parents refuse to cut their trip short despite their teen's crisis

Retirement

I Ended My Marriage and Moved in With Someone New. My Family Swears I'm Being "Financially Exploited."

Mental health

Are You the Family Whistleblower?

Miscellaneous

Dear Abby: Our son and his new wife are ditching our surname, which sounds dirty

fromPortlandTribune.com

5 months ago

Portland

Navigating Changes as a Family

Relationships

Ask Allison: My unhappily married friend had a one night stand and swore me to secrecy. Can I tell my husband?

Parenting

Making new mom friends is just like dating. For every great catch, there are several duds you need to weed through first.

fromScary Mommy

Women in technology

Kathryn Hahn Shares Such A Powerful Message About Growing Old With Your Women Friends

fromIndependent

Relationships

Ask Allison: My unhappily married friend had a one night stand and swore me to secrecy. Can I tell my husband?

Parenting

Making new mom friends is just like dating. For every great catch, there are several duds you need to weed through first.

fromScary Mommy

Women in technology

Kathryn Hahn Shares Such A Powerful Message About Growing Old With Your Women Friends

My partner and I co-own a brownstone with 3 friends. All housing costs are split evenly, and we often have 'family' dinners.

Intentional communities can provide a supportive living environment fostering friendship and shared experiences, despite initial social embarrassment.

fromBKReader

Brooklyn

From Red Hook to College And Back, One Brooklyn Grad's Journey Inspires The Next Generation

Brooklyn

My partner and I co-own a brownstone with 3 friends. All housing costs are split evenly, and we often have 'family' dinners.

Intentional communities can provide a supportive living environment fostering friendship and shared experiences, despite initial social embarrassment.

fromBKReader

Brooklyn

From Red Hook to College And Back, One Brooklyn Grad's Journey Inspires The Next Generation

more#community-building

fromNew York Post

Words to the wise: Local moms share parenting tips from the frontline

New parents can ease the transition by seeking support, taking classes, and exploring effective solutions like easy-to-use transportation gear.

Artificial intelligence

fromIndependent

Adrian Weckler: I nearly missed my flight from Miami to Dublin because of AI. Why are customer service bots so utterly incompetent?

Artificial intelligence in customer support often fails to meet the needs of consumers during critical situations.

Miscellaneous

4 months ago

DIY rape kits at universities are a welcome sea change but they can only offer a hologram of justice | Zoe Williams

Most women do not report rape, highlighting the need for alternative remedies, such as student resolution procedures and self-testing kits.

Writing