News
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Ways to deal with major crisis stress
Published on November 13, 2017
Crisis happens less frequently but can cause a lot of stress. -
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County
Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917. -
Taming the morning madness
Published on October 12, 2017
Tips for smooth and successful school-day mornings with children. -
How to select a great babysitter
Published on October 6, 2017
Learn how to find a babysitter who will make you and your child happy. -
Suggestions for talking with children about tragedies and violence
Published on October 6, 2017
Discover age-specific suggestions that can help guide conversations with children during and after tragedies. -
Learning how to be poised through mindfulness
Published on September 18, 2017
Being resilient to stressors is crucial to responding constructively to life's challenges. -
Are you prepared for a natural or man-made disaster?
Published on September 6, 2017
Learn tips to create an emergency plan to keep you and your family safe. -
Responding to hate
Published on August 29, 2017
The Southern Law Poverty Center and the Anti-Defamation League have released resources to address and respond to hate, bigotry, racism and anti-Semitism. -
What did you say? - The Importance of being an active listener
Published on August 29, 2017
Tools to increase your active listening skills. -
Emotions are contagious: Learn what science and research has to say about it
Published on August 16, 2017
It’s true—emotions are contagious, and it’s called emotional contagion. Learn what science and research says about how easy it is to “catch” other’s emotions, positive and negative.