Parenting for Veterans
![Parenting for Veterans Banner](images/banner_parenting_home.jpg)
Parenting Skills Made Easier
This site helps you with these challenges:
- Communication
- Discipline
- Emotional and physical challenges
- Emotions and behavior
- Managing Stress
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Although you may find these courses helpful, they are not intended to replace treatment by a healthcare professional. For more information on how to access VA mental health services, visit:
VA Mental Health Services | Veterans Affairs
Note: This site does not offer a “certificate of completion” and is not designed to fulfill court requirements.
You can also scan the QR code to launch the course on your mobile device
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Quick Access:
![Image of a father talking to his young son](images/qa_communications.png)
Communication
Improve your methods for communicating with your children.
![Image of two kids playing and making a mess.](images/qa_discipline.png)
Discipline
Identify effective discipline and learn when you may need to get help.
![Image of a little girl throwing a tantrum while at the grocery store.](images/qa_emotions.png)
Emotions and Behavior
Learn how your emotions effect your parenting and how to help your child cope with strong emotions.
![Image of a man and woman hugging and comforting one another.](images/qa_challenges.png)
Emotional and Physical Challenges
Learn effective ways to parent with emotional or physical challenges.
![Image of a mom and her young daughter meditating on the couch.](images/qa_stress.png)
Managing Stress
Learn ways to manage stress as a parent and deal with unhelpful thoughts.