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Terrace Bay News, 30 Apr 1991, p. 2

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t 'Page 2, 'News,,Tuesday, April 30;.1991 continued from page 1 had a high-risk of having children who are drug abusers and those that had a low risk. Low-risk families were not permissive. Parents are seen as warm and strong - fathers have a sense of humour and mothers are affectionate. In low-risk families he said, parents see themselves as socially distant from children - they do not see themselves as pals, buddies or equals. "These parents, while still considerate of their children, have no doubt who is the parent and who is the child," he said. Teens not involved with drugs, he went on, had curfews, chores discipline and very little punishment. "Preventive parenting requires discipline," he said, "not punishment. Punishment kicks in when discipline fails." Panzica said parents must show they [the parents] can tolerate their own deficiencies and are able to forgive themselves. They must teach their children not to expect perfection from themselves or their parents and to forgive themselves. "When you make someone comfortable with themselves they will have no desire to get away from themselves, he said. Both speakers outlined some the symptoms that might indicate drug use. * negative unexplained change of any kind * decline in marks at school Sometimes it's easy being green The reward for volunteers can be a little more than just feeling good. Brownie Amanda Slykhuis, 8, of Terrace Bay found a $10 bill will helping clean up the community on Earth Day. Amanda has already decided to spend the money on something special for Mother's Day. photo by Rob Cotton SPRING SALE |; in time for Mother s Day. Wed. May 1st to Sat. May 18th. SALE SALE SALE SALE 70% OFF selected items 50% OFF citizen watches 40% OFF pendant sets = 30% oFF 10k earrings & charms* 4 20% oFF remaining stock SALE SALE SALE SALE For value you can trust, shop Hodder's Jewellers. *narrowing interests *sudden unexplained need for money *unexplained and continuous loss of possessions *child is surprised at himself at a decline in marks at school *voluntary isolation from family activities *change in group of friends The program was sponsored by The Terrace Bay Council, Kimberly-Clark Canada Inc.., Terrace Bay/ Schreiber Lions Club, The Royal Canadian Mounted Police, The Ontario Provincial Police and the Terrace Bay Police Service. Don -Kidder; Ghief. of Terrace Bay Police Service said the police are there to help the community take action before a situation evolves to the point where arrests are necessary under the law. "We're here to help inform, educate and advise people where they can recieive help," he said. People can also go to family doctors priests, ministers, teacher, and principles for assistance. There are many agencies in this area who can provide assistance and their interest in the problem was evident by the attendance of Henry Konrad of the Addiction (Research Foundation, Frank Leppanen, employee assistance program advisor, Cam Todesco and Sheldon Stone of Family and Children Services, Jan Mah of North of Superior Programs range of aia Preventive parenting requires discipline and Cathy Withers, public health nurse with the Thunder Bay and District Health Unit Individuals who wish to provide anonymous assistance can call Crimestoppers or the Community Against Pushers line. Next week - a discussion with Sergeant Ben Jenkins about solving the drug abuse problem through community involvement. Royal Canadian Legion Branch #223 will be holding a ; Race with the 50's - 60's music Friday, May 10 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Best Dressed Awards lst Place -$75 2nd Place- $50 3rd Place - $25 Admission $3 single / $5 Couple Reg Belair, M.P. will be at the Terrace Bay Municipal Office on Wednesday, May sth, from 3:00 to 4:30. For | an appointment | with Mr. Belair, please call Terrace Bay Plaza . Marathon Centre Mall | Zenith 21240. Visa & Mastercard Accepted OEE OE RE A ey ae le oe

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