Puberty. We’ve all been there and our children are on their way. The word alone can be terrifying and somewhat dreadful- for both parents and children. Your attitude and approach towards this transitional time in your child’s life can have a huge impact on their...
School refusal is often related to other issues such as anxiety and depression. School refusal can mean added stress to your child, you, and your family as a whole. The term “school refusal” is by no means referring to a child whining or complaining about...
We all remember how much pressure comes with being a teenager. The teen years presents itself as a period of developing self-identity and a greater sense of independence. It can be extremely difficult to juggle this with maintaining a social life and meeting academic standards....
Traumatic stress looks different on everyone. A wide range of things can qualify as a traumatic experience for children and teens. It can be a personal experience. But it doesn’t have to be. If your daughter has recently experienced a traumatic event, it is crucial that...
Parents naturally want to be involved in their child’s life. A parent wants to take whatever measures necessary to protect them and keep them healthy. It’s true that your child needs your guidance and support as they develop and learn how to navigate their way through...
Emotions are uncontrollable, behavior is very controllable. If your daughter has anger issues, this can make you angry. Bad idea. You need to cool it so you can help her cool it. Your pre-teen will try to push you over the edge, but hold on....
It usually begins with a phone call from school or another parent saying your daughter is bullying their child. Your immediate reaction is to jump on the defense. But all children, including yours, are capable of bullying. Bullying behavior can be learned through tv shows,...