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When does a habit become a compulsion?Join NYC-Parents in Action for a conversation with board-certified psychiatrist .j...
04/11/2026

When does a habit become a compulsion?

Join NYC-Parents in Action for a conversation with board-certified psychiatrist .jodigold, moderated by Geoffrey Golia, LCSW, about the slippery slope between everyday habits and compulsive behavior — and how parents can help.
Dr. Gold will unpack how digital technology affects the developing brain, how sports betting has crept into the lives of young people, and how body image pressures can cross into dangerous territory. She'll offer real, practical strategies parents can use at home — and answer your toughest questions.
🗓 Wednesday, April 22nd
🕛 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET
📍 Zoom Webinar

All parents welcome.Financially support tickets available.
⬆️ Register via link in bio

Sports betting. Body image, Screens. These aren't just topics in the media — they're showing up in your child's daily li...
04/11/2026

Sports betting. Body image, Screens. These aren't just topics in the media — they're showing up in your child's daily life. Join us April 22nd as drjodigold helps parents understand where habits end and compulsions begin.
Swipe to see what this conversation will cover. 👉
🗓 Wednesday, April 22nd | 12–1 PM ET
📍 Zoom Webinar | Open to all parents I Financially support tickets available
⬆️ Register via link in bio

Have a question of your own? Submit it when you register.🗓 Wednesday, April 22nd | 12–1 PM ET📍 Zoom | Open to all parent...
04/11/2026

Have a question of your own? Submit it when you register.

🗓 Wednesday, April 22nd | 12–1 PM ET
📍 Zoom | Open to all parents I Financially supported tickets available

⬆️ Register via link in bio

What an insightful event last night! Our panel of independent school teens were kind, authentic, and well spoken. We e...
02/27/2026

What an insightful event last night! Our panel of independent school teens were kind, authentic, and well spoken. We even had moderator extraordinare, Lucy Gianino, reunite with Mariana Weiss, current independent school parent, PIA facilitator, and once teen panelist as a freshman at Sacred Heart in 2002. It was truly a full circle moment!

What is life really like for NYC independent high school teens?We are proud to mark the 40th Anniversary of Teen Scene—o...
01/31/2026

What is life really like for NYC independent high school teens?

We are proud to mark the 40th Anniversary of Teen Scene—our signature event dedicated to pulling back the curtain on the adolescent experience.

In a world of digital footprints, we are keeping this milestone celebration strictly "in the room." This is a rare, safe space for parents to hear directly from a panel of NYC teens on the topics that matter most: from academics, stress, parties, drinking, drugs, gender identity, consent, mental health and more.

Join us for this special 40th Anniversary session. No cameras, no recordings—just real talk.

Date: Thursday, February 26, 2025
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Location: New York Society for Ethical Culture
Address: 2 West 64thStreet

Registration link in bio.

01/07/2026

One week to go!
Join NYC-Parents in Action next week for an enlightening discussion on the crucial role of self-worth in our lives. will share insights on how feeling valued can empower parents and children alike.
Secure your spot today!

🗓 Wednesday, January 14th
🕖 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET
📍 Zoom Webinar
⬆️ Registration link in bio
All parents welcome.

📘 Mattering, available for preorder

With the increasing decriminalization of cannabis, access to the substance is easier than ever, including for adolescent...
09/25/2025

With the increasing decriminalization of cannabis, access to the substance is easier than ever, including for adolescents. On September 25, Dr. Casperson will discuss practical prevention advice and ways parents can guide and support their kids.

🗓 Thursday, September 25th | 🕖 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET| 📍Webinar
All parents welcome.
⬆️ Link in bio

With the increasing decriminalization of cannabis, access to the substance is easier than ever, including for adolescent...
09/25/2025

With the increasing decriminalization of cannabis, access to the substance is easier than ever, including for adolescents. On September 25, Dr. Casperson will discuss practical prevention advice and ways parents can guide and support their kids.

🗓 Thursday, September 25th | 🕖 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET| 📍Webinar
All parents welcome.
⬆️ Link in bio

Cannabis seems to be everywhere! Join us for a conversation with addiction psychiatrist Shannon Casperson about how par...
09/24/2025

Cannabis seems to be everywhere! Join us for a conversation with addiction psychiatrist Shannon Casperson about how parents can help their children make informed decisions about cannabis use. Moderated by psychotherapist and former NYC-PIA advisory board member Geoffrey M. Golia, this webinar will discuss the risks associated with cannabis use and offer prevention guidance specifically for parents.

🗓 🗓 Thursday, September 25th | 🕖 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET| 📍Webinar
All parents welcome.
⬆️ Link in bio

🚨 Cannabis is everywhere — but what does that mean for our kids? 🚨Join us o...
09/11/2025

🚨 Cannabis is everywhere — but what does that mean for our kids? 🚨Join us on Sept 25 for a must-attend webinar with Dr. Shannon Casperson, addiction psychiatrist, and moderator Geoffrey M. Golia.

We’ll dive into:
🌿 Risks of adolescent cannabis use
🧭 How parents can guide informed choices
🤝 Practical prevention strategies

📅 Save the date: September 25
🔗 Link in bio to register

Parenting as a dad comes with its unique set of joys, challenges, and questions. Whether you’re navigating toddler tant...
05/05/2025

Parenting as a dad comes with its unique set of joys, challenges, and questions. Whether you’re navigating toddler tantrums, teenage boundaries, or anything in between, this is your space to discuss parenting issues in a safe, nonjudgmental zone, with the guidance of professionally trained facilitators.

Don’t miss this chance to build your dad community and walk away with more strategies for your parenting toolbox!

Register today via the link in bio!

Ever wonder how siblings raised under the same roof can turn out so differently?Tune into the latest podcast episode fea...
05/02/2025

Ever wonder how siblings raised under the same roof can turn out so differently?

Tune into the latest podcast episode featuring , acclaimed journalist and author of the soon-to-be-released book The Family Dynamic: A Journey into the Mystery of Sibling Success.

In a podcast with the , Susan unpacks what really goes on behind the scenes in family life — and how parents and siblings influence who we become.

Why this episode matters:
It’s an insightful, eye-opening dive into family dynamics, birth order, and how unconscious parenting patterns shape sibling success.

Let’s keep the conversation going:

1. Listen to the podcast — link in bio!
2. Pre-order The Family Dynamic today.
3. Tag a parent or sibling who needs to hear this!

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