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Kids Who Are Angry Can Make Angry Decisions I am seeing an increasing number of kids who become angry with their parents and as a result, they cut off all contact. Professionals refer to his phenomenon as parental alienation. Whether I am working with seven-year-olds, 17-year-olds or 27-year-olds, I am noticing that children are choosing to divorce one of their parents. Children are making decisions that are angry and avoidant. They believe that they can decide how they are going to spend their lives based on their feelings about their family circumstance. In many situations, a child is mad at his parent for having divorced his mother or father or for having cheated on his parent. This child is watching the other parent be devastated and severely impacted by these decisions and consequently he/she takes it upon himself to not want anything to do with the other parent. It is normal to be angry, hurt, and to feel abandoned when a parent makes such a selfish choice, but it is not healthy for a child to alienate and divorce his parent. This decision will have many emotional consequences. Parental alienation gives a child too much power and control and teaches the child that they can dictate a relationship instead of working through it. Sometimes parental alienation occurs because children have been verbally abused by their parent and they have chosen to withdraw from them. When this has occurred, I set up a session so that the parent can hear what the child has to say and then make an amends for being too harsh or cruel. My experience is that most parents don’t want to verbally abuse their children but that they may lack the skills to relate differently. In these cases, I encourage the parent
to seek professional guidance to work on anger management. It is therapeutic for the child to feel heard and understood and see that conflict can breed a sense of intimacy when two people are willing to work on things. If a parent cannot empathize Carol Juergensen Sheets with the child and cannot make the proper amends it may not be safe for that child to have additional contact with that parent. Regardless, it's always helpful to work on making a relationship healthier as opposed to avoiding it altogether. If you have a situation where your child is devastated by the unhealthy decision of a parent, it would be extremely helpful to get that child in therapy to externalize those feelings and to teach that child how to assert his or herself with the parent that the child is excluding. When this hard work occurs the parent and the child can work on rebuilding a relationship. It can be a real opportunity for the child to learn relationship skills that the likely need to use in the future. And it is always healthy to find ways to vent anger and to give it a voice in a situation where a child feels abandoned. If you have a family member who has written off another person, it might be helpful for you to encourage them to work with a professional to see if there is an alternative to an already very dysfunctional situation. Being the other parent means that you have the power to encourage your child to work things out and you can practice healthy role modeling. Teaching children to be assertive as opposed to aggressive or avoidant teaches kids good conflict resolution skills. Encourage your child to share feelings without control.
Carol Juergensen Sheets LCSW PCC is a psychotherapist and personal life coach. She does motivational speaking and empowerment trainings locally and nationally. To find out more about her services--contact her at www. carolthecoach.com or call her at 317 218-3479. You can watch Carol the Coach segments on WTHR’s Channel 13 Wednesdays @ 12:50PM. Please say “I found it in the IndyKids’Directory!” Thanks!
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& Access Behavioral Solutions Clinic www.accessbehavioralsolutions.com Info@accessbehavioralsolutions.com 317.802.7447
Access Behavioral Solutions is making ABA services available by bringing the therapy to you- in your home, in your community, or in the clinic.
Applied Behavior Center for Autism Pgs 8, 9 & 16
7901 E. 88th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46256 The Applied Behavior Center for Autism is Indiana's longest running ABA provider. With over 20 years of service, ABC is building brighter futures every day. Each of our center offers unique attributes that allows us to provide high quality treatment to children and teens with autism spectrum disorder. With locations in Greenwood, Carmel, Castleton, Terre Haute, Richmond, and West Indianapolis we offer ABA therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, diagnostic testing, special needs swim lessons, and so much more! We are now enrolling for part-time and full-time schedules. Find us on social @ABCforAutism to learn more.
www.AppliedBehaviorCenter.org info@ AppliedBehaviorCenter.org 317-849-5437
ProudSponsorsof Resources for Special Needs Natural Valley Ranch www.NaturalValleyRanch.com www.NaturalValleyTherapeuticRiding.org Marie@NaturalValleyRanch.com 317-509-3577 Birthday Parties, Trail Rides, Lessons, Petting Zoo Hayride/Bonfire, Therapeutic Riding
Phoenix Karate www.phoenixrisingkarate.com 317-228-1872
Martial arts are great for children! A psychological study found that children in martial arts have an increased sense of responsibility, a decrease in the willingness to take foolish risks, and a higher sense of self-esteem.
St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf Pgs. 2, 3 www.sjid.org 317.471.8560 Leaders in Listening and Spoken Language.
Supervision Infrared Sauna SupervisionWeightLoss.com 317-849-8446 For treatment of autism.
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June 2021 June 1 – June 3 Donut Trail – 130 Penn Street, Downtown Westfield. Did you know National
Trails Day and National Donut Day are over the SAME weekend ? In celebration of these two holidays, come explore the trails with our unique Donut Trail activity! Before this deliciously fun weekend approaches, you will want to pick up a Donut Trail Passport! Each passport contains the rules, a map of all the sweet stops, and participating Donut Shops to redeem your prizes! Passports will be available at a later date.
June 2 – June 3 Bonsai Show – Garfield Park Conservatory and Gardens – 10 a.m. and 1. Join the Indianapolis Bonsai Club as they showcase their unique bonsai specimens. Club members will be available to answer your questions, and vendors will have plants and supplies available for sale. Cost: $4 per person, $10 per family 2 adults https://www. garfieldgardensconservatory.org/
June 2 Outrun the Sun Race Against Melanoma and Sunset Festival – Fort Harrison State Park – 4:30 p.m. The Outrun the
Sun Race Against Melanoma is the largest evening event of its kind in the United States supporting melanoma education and research. The event includes a 5-mile timed run, 5K non-competitive run and a 1-mile fun run. Races are followed by the Sunset Festival with music, food and beverages and activities for children and adults. Proceeds benefit educational and research programs
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at Outrun the Sun, Inc. The race takes place at Lawton Loop Parade Grounds with courses through Fort Harrison State Park. https://www.visitindy. com/indianapolis-outrun-the-sun
June 4 – 8 Science Camp for Girls – Conner Prairie. Join us for a week of tinkering, thinking and playing! Girls will explore science and engineering by creating their own designs, learning to build various inventions and discovering fun science activities. http://www. connerprairie.org/
FRIDAY JUNE 11TH ZOOBILATION 2021: BAYOU BASH ENJOY AN EVENING OF PURE INDULGENCE THAT'S JUST STEPS AWAY FROM THE CITY'S CENTER. In 2021, Zoobilation will
celebrate its 35th year. Zoobilation guests will sample the finest culinary creations from Central Indiana’s most popular restaurants, all vying for Zoobilation’s coveted people’s choice and blue-ribbon awards. Plus, attendees will sip cocktails, wines and other drinks, with beverages presented by Republic National Distributing Company and served at 15 public bars — all set amid the Indianapolis Zoo’s amazing animals and exhibits!
Friday June 11th and 12th This rain or shine outdoor garden tour is Friday, 5:00PM -7:30PM and on Saturday, June 12 from 11AM-4PM . In the event of a
dangerous weather cancellation, the rain date is Sunday, June 13 from 11AM -4PM. The four gardens include two back-to-back neighbors at one
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Fun Events stop and two more gardens within ten minutes of driving time. The tour can be done in any order. Tickets are available online (credit card), at the Monon Depot Museum (check, cash, or credit) or at the door (cash preferred). Tickets are nonrefundable, but transferrable.. Please present your printed form at the first entrance to receive your actual Garden Tour ticket. Restrooms will not be available.Tour gardens are located at: 3635 Emily Way Carmel, 721 1st Street NW Carmel. All Society Garden Tour includes four beautiful gardens around Carmel for enjoyment as you gather new ideas!
"OUR FATHER’S FAVORITES" – JUNE 18TH. Songs that our dads
loved and you will too! Join the fun at our special Carmel Drive-In Theatre. It’s June and that means honoring Dad! The ATI Co-Founders put together a night with songs inspired by their own Dads. It’s a real mix of Country, Folk Rock, tight harmonies and the stuff that makes you move your feet! So, grab a Dad and join us!oin us at our June Open House and Artist Reception at the Hub & Spoke Design Center.
Fri, June 18, 2021 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
Join High Frequency Arts at the beautiful new Hub & Spoke Design Center to experience the spring open house art exhibition. This quarter's exhibition features fine art and photography. More than fifty fine artists and makers will have their works on display and available for purchase. Featured artists include; Joy Mason, Freddie Kelvin, Kevin Bell,
and Faith Blackwell, along with Craig Mullins and Sherry Haines presenting their "Neighbors" exhibit. A line-up you won't want to miss! You can also shop at the High Frequency Arts gallery filled with fine art, prints, glassworks, fibers, jewelry, home decor, and more from artisans and makers. Live music by Cameron Hession, a cash bar, and refreshments will be provided.
Fri, June 18, 2021 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDT. Free for women in
business, advance registration is required. At the VIP Center, you are favored as a Women in Business. Allow us to honor you with an evening of nibbles & sips, connection with powerful business women, and inspiration to guide you through the week. Doors open at 5:30pm for registration in the Center
Tuesday June 22nd Purposeful Networking. Come for this one
hour, in-person event to network with other local business women in the Indianapolis and Hamilton County areas. Pinheads - Alley’s Alehous, 13825 Britton Park, Fishers, IN 46038
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Healing through Arts and Education Throughout COVID-19, Ascension St. Vincent has adapted and enhanced existing programs and services to ensure that patients and healthcare heroes are cared for in mind, body, and spirit. Here are highlights of the good work being completed by two programs thanks to donor support of the Ascension St. Vincent Foundation. The Healing Arts Program at Ascension St. Vincent is dedicated to promoting holistic healing through a combination of visual art, music and dance/movement interventions. The program has expanded its normal efforts to support healing throughout COVID-19. • Positivity Boards were introduced around the hospital to bring color, encouraging messages, and uplifting information to patient units. • A fun “Sneeze, Blow, and Throw” song was created to teach hospitalized children the ways to keep themselves and other people safe when they sneeze or cough. • Legacy Prints have been made to help comfort families who lost a loved one to COVID-19, including a digital thumbprint to be shared with family members as a lasting memory. In addition to helping patients, the Healing Arts Program also supports Ascension St. Vincent associates through activities that provide encouragement and stress relief. Along with spiritual care teams, the Healing Arts Program introduced a new “Code Lavender” protocol to provide focused support for associates when they have been involved in a stressful event at the hospital. Carts have been placed in units and include items such as art materials, aromatherapy, scripture, meditation guides, deep breathing exercises, and resources for virtual support. Another crucial program funded by the 14
supporters of the Ascension St. Vincent Foundation is the School Program at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent. This program addresses the educational needs of many patients who are missing time from school as a result of their hospitalization through an on-site school program. The comprehensive assistance provided by the school program helps provide a sense of stability to patients as they battle their respective health issues. The ultimate goal is for all patients who require educational instruction or assistance during their hospitalization to successfully re-acclimate to their home schools with minimal difficulty. When COVID-19 shut down schools in the spring, Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital’s licensed teacher, Heather Wiselogle, began to teach remotely, using tools like Zoom and Skype. She developed creative ways to engage students and continued seeing as many students online as she was seeing in person. Through the Paws to Read program, students were able to read their favorite books to therapy dogs virtually. Heather also helped some high school seniors as they were dealing with the challenges of both online learning and their own health conditions during their final semester. She wrote letters of recommendation for scholarships and assisted with requests for accommodations for college. Funding of programs like Healing Arts and the School Program is crucial in supporting the needs of our patients and healthcare heroes. To learn more about Healing Arts, the School Program, and additional programs funded by the Ascension St. Vincent Foundation, visit give.stvincent.org or call 317-338-2338.
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