Mark-Rutledge-Design near Balzac AB (743 Result(s))

Psychologist, Founding Director of The Reading Foundation. Since founding The Reading Foundation in 1990 Steve continues to innovate – expanding our remediation programs across subjects, incorporating the latest research findings, and effectively integrating technology into our practice. His Ph.D. specializing in learning theory from the University of Calgary along with his extensive experience at all levels of the school system allow Steve to expertly assess student needs. As Founding Director of The Reading Foundation, Steve’s own love of learning is reflected in the enthusiasm and determination of both our staff and students. Steve has authored several books, publications and research articles. In 2003 he was honored to be recognized among the top 100 graduates from the University of Calgary.

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A stepfamily is any spousal union where at least one of the partners has a child, or children from a previous relationship.The family of the new millennium is a stepfamily. There are now more stepfamilies than 'original' or nuclear families.Fifty percent of all children under the age of 13 currently live in some form of a stepfamily.Approximately two thirds of all stepfamilies fail.Thirty percent of all stepfamilies fail within the first two years. Fifty percent fail within the first six years.2Children are seriously impacted by family breakdown. Many experience persisting academic, social, emotional, financial, and relationship difficulties as a direct result of family breakdown.Traditional family therapy only helps about 30% of stepfamilies on the verge of breakdown.