How Do We Promote Mental Health for All Children? In Schools With the increased need for children’s mental health services, it is more important than ever to consider ways to promote positive mental health in children. Many families may be surprised to learn that universal strategies that … [Read more...]

These days, being a parent/caregiver often means you are stretched too thin, overworked, and sleep deprived. Parents are often expected to juggle it all and place the needs of the family above their own. Many parents feel burned out, exhausted, and overwhelmed. A recent study of caregiver burnout … [Read more...]

Whether it’s a yearly check-up with your pediatrician or an appointment with a new medical specialist (eye doctor, allergist, etc…), getting through doctor’s appointments for your child can be a challenge. During these visits, parents have a lot of responsibilities: taking care of and managing the … [Read more...]

Learning to read is at the center of every child’s education but sometimes, and often unexpectedly, many students struggle to master this needed skill. This difficulty learning to read, called dyslexia, is more common than people may think. Dyslexia affects an estimated 20% of the population. It is … [Read more...]

Congratulations, you made the transition back to school! By this time, your family is in a rhythm of learning and play. Youth (middle school and high school) may need additional support during the transition back to school. There is a public health crisis because young people are not receiving the … [Read more...]

June is a time to celebrate the diverse identities of sexual orientation and gender identity. Much has been accomplished in the last 10 to 15 years that makes the U.S. a safer place for LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) people: LGB people can serve in the military, same-sex marriage … [Read more...]

Millions of children go through a parental separation or divorce. These children are about twice as likely to experience serious life adjustment problems (e.g., mental health difficulties, school problems) as compared to non-divorced families. In many cases, the highly challenging experiences … [Read more...]

School closures and remote learning have significantly impacted the lives of parents and children across the country and the world. In fact, over one billion children in approximately 200 countries have had to stay home from school due to the pandemic (UNICEF). While remote learning has been a … [Read more...]

Parents face issues - rarely considered years ago - if their child is questioning their gender identity and behaving in ways not typical of what is expected of their sex. Can children know their gender identity? If I want to help my child explore or express a different gender identity, how do I go … [Read more...]

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it a host of disappointments, and you may have noticed a spike in tantrums or acting out at home.  Birthday parties canceled, no play dates, and stuck inside doing remote schooling!  You may be surprised and a bit embarrassed by your child’s tantrums (or … [Read more...]