Rod Glazer Archives - The Delaware Gazette

No Winners in ‘Choking Game’

A game kids are playing, mostly well-behaved kids, is more dangerous than they think.

Apr 5 2013 | Posted in Rod Glazer | Read More »

Continue monitoring children's internet activity

Children use technology to play video games, watch movies, listen to music and browse the Internet.

Mar 2 2013 | Posted in Columnists,Rod Glazer | Read More »

Securing firearms helps keep our kids safe

Recent tragic events involving firearms have spurred debate over gun control. Those who support stricter gun control laws have provided research and statistics to support their agenda while on the other side of the debate, our Constitution clearly gives citizens the right to own firearms. As the debate continues, we can say without a doubt that our country is divided on this issue and no matter what our government decides to do, some people will not be satisfied.

Feb 1 2013 | Posted in Rod Glazer | Read More »

Teens engage in cutting, self-injury to relieve distress

Everybody experiences some form of stress in their life. Stress may be caused by trying to meet a work or school deadline, relationship issues or financial worries. Stress can feel different for different people; some may feel sad or anxious while others may feel anger or frustration. Some people will naturally feel higher levels of stress than others and may cope with stress in different ways.

Nov 30 2012 | Posted in Rod Glazer | Read More »

Monitor video games, amount of time kids spend playing them

Like most technology, video game technology has changed dramatically. Most parents can remember spending a rainy Saturday afternoon playing Pong or putting their quarters in games like Asteroids or Pac Man at the local video arcade. Today, kids are playing first-person shooter games like Call of Duty and Halo.

Nov 4 2012 | Posted in Columnists,Rod Glazer | Read More »

Strangers aren’t the only ones who may want to hurt our kids

Local news stories have recently focused on the events in Delaware and Marion where a man has reportedly tried to lure children into his vehicle. The local media has done a wonderful job assisting law enforcement with providing important information and warnings to parents. Although the warnings are necessary, the message that sometimes comes across to children is that there is a “stranger danger” alert.

Oct 5 2012 | Posted in Rod Glazer | Read More »

Teaching kids the difference between ‘tattling’ and ‘telling’

Another school year has begun and parents are again faced with the emotional strain that a school year brings. Parents are dealing with their children being away at school for most of the day, and then homework and extracurricular activates fill the rest of the week. It is sometimes difficult for parents to spend much time with their kids. It is important to remember that quality time is more important than the quantity of time we spend with our kids

Aug 31 2012 | Posted in Columnists,Rod Glazer | Read More »

Educate when talking to children about tragic events

Tragic events, like the recent Colorado movie theater shooting, can leave children scared and confused. Children will look to the adults in their lives for guidance and comfort. Children need to be reminded that most people are good and would never want to hurt them, but there are some who do want to hurt others. It is important to remember to educate children and not scare them when talking about tragic events. Some fear it is all right because a small amount of fear will remind children to be cautious without being paranoid.

Aug 3 2012 | Posted in Columnists,Rod Glazer | Read More »