What Is a Purim Party?

Many people have heard of bar mitzvahs and bat mitzvahs, as well as Hanukkah, but not as many people have heard of the Jewish celebration of Purim. Based on a story from the Book of Esther in which the Jews were ordered to be killed but then were saved, Purim is a holiday that is …

A Parent’s Guide to Teen Depression: Helping Teens Cope With Cliques

Friendships are essential to child development. Socializing teaches children how to be independent of family and helps them prepare the foundation for developing healthy, trusting relationships in adulthood. Many children struggle during adolescence with their identity and understanding where they fit in.  This struggle makes them vulnerable to bullying and cliques, which is psychologically damaging …