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A Parent’s Guide to Marijuana Wax and Its Impact on Youth March 27, 2019 . 3 Comments
Now that marijuana use is becoming legalized all across the country, America’s teenagers are reaping the consequences. True, there is nothing new under the sun with teenagers using drugs, ... Read More
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Why Do Children Lie? Normal, Compulsive, and Pathological Lying in Kids January 7, 2019 . 12 Comments
Lying is developmentally normal for children of all ages, even when a child lies frequently. Lying allows children to test the boundaries between fantasy and reality, to protect themselves ... Read More
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Foot-Tapping and Hand-Flapping: Why Do People Stim? January 4, 2019 . 10 Comments
Self-stimulatory behavior, better known as stimming, is a type of sensation-seeking that can ease feelings of anxiety, frustration, and boredom. Some people find stimming pleasurable and ... Read More
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How to Protect Transgender Kids from Bullying at School December 11, 2018 . 1 Comment
Transgender kids face alarming rates of bullying and abuse. GLSEN’s 2017 National School Climate Survey found 83.7% of trans and 69.9% of gender nonconforming (GNC) students experience ... Read More
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How to Tell If Your Child Is Ready for Kindergarten August 28, 2018 . 3 Comments
Of all the parenting decisions made by caring moms and dads, deciding when a child starts school may have one of the greatest impacts. Once your child identifies with a peer group, it can ... Read More
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Does My Child Have Posttraumatic Stress? August 1, 2018 . No Comments
When we hear about posttraumatic stress (PTSD), we often think of military veterans affected by their combat experiences. But veterans are not the only people who can struggle with this ... Read More
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Why Is Engaging a Child’s Brain and Body in Therapy Important? July 25, 2018 . 2 Comments
Children experience the world through action, play, and exploration. They are propelled by their bodies and guided by their senses. Thus, it is important children in therapy are not expected ... Read More
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How to Handle a Disrespectful Teenager: 6 Tips for Parents July 17, 2018 . No Comments
“Don’t you walk away when I’m talking to you!” “But Mom!” “Don’t ‘but Mom’ me. I’m not finished here!” Sigh. Eye roll. “You’re ... Read More
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What Should We Tell the Kids About Why We Are Divorcing? July 11, 2018 . No Comments
I have so much respect for couples who sit in my office and ask for help with their divorce. It can be fairly easy to help with some questions, such as, “What type of parenting schedules ... Read More
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‘Helicopter’ Parenting May Harm Kids’ Self-Control July 2, 2018 . No Comments
Many parents feel anxious about their kids’ safety and are eager to help their kids succeed. Others feel pressured to conform to cultural norms and track all aspects of their children’s ... Read More
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What to Do (and Not Do) When Your Child Discloses Sexual Abuse June 28, 2018 . 2 Comments
Asking a parent not to panic when their child discloses sexual abuse may seem unreasonable. Anger is a natural reaction to news like this, but it may not be the response that best serves ... Read More
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The Long-Lasting Mental Health Effects of Family Separation June 25, 2018 . No Comments
Since the United States Department of Justice announced its “Zero Tolerance Policy for Criminal Illegal Entry,” over 2,000 children have been separated from their guardians. Affected ... Read More