What is parental burnout? Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and emotionally drained? If you're nodding your head yes, you're likely dealing with parental burnout. This all-too-common phenomenon isn't just about being tired—parental…
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A Back-to-School Guide for Parents
Making the first day of school a positive experience for your child The first day of school marks a significant milestone in both your child's and your own life. Whether…
Smiling Through the Pain: The Impact of Incongruent Affect and Emotions on Children
Example of incongruent affect Imagine a mother and daughter walking along a sidewalk on a beautiful day when they see a man yelling at a little boy, forcefully grabbing him…
A New Year: Helping Your Child Get Back on Track
If you are the parent of a child that struggles in school, a new year could be the fresh start you both need. A new year allows for you to…
How to Talk to Kids About Difficult Topics
Talking to children about subjects such as conflict and violence can feel daunting. Learn some simple, easy-to-use strategies for engaging in these conversations with courage and confidence. Be open Let…
Parents: 3 Tips for Coping with Covid Back-to-School Stress
The first day of school is approaching as pediatric Covid cases are on the rise. Parents of school-aged kids may be feeling the dread of embarking on yet another school…
Signs of Anxiety & Depression in Children & Teens
Considering all of the changes and stressors kids have experienced this year, it’s important that parents be aware of the common signs of anxiety & depression in children & teens.…
Help! My Child’s School Counselor Referred Us to a Therapist
Help! My child's school counselor referred us to a therapist. School counselors are an invaluable resource to students, parents, and teachers. Counselors provide guidance to help students navigate the sometimes…
3 Tips for Adjusting to Remote Learning
Worried about your child adjusting to remote learning? The beginning of a new school year is upon us, and many parents of school-aged children are facing the specific challenges that…
3 Tips for Helping Kids Understand Race and Racism
Nationwide demonstrations calling for social justice for Black Americans have been ongoing for several weeks now, broadcast on the news, discussed on social media, and taking root on the streets…