Oppositional Defiance is a relatively common mental health disorder--up to 16% of children and adolescents could qualify for a diagnosis of ODD. Still, many parents struggle to accept that this diagnosis does not lead to a dead end for them child. In fact, it provides...
Are your daughter’s behavior problems getting in the way of her academic performance? Is she having trouble concentrating or staying on task while completing assignments? Does she have trouble sitting still or talking too much which can be disruptive in a classroom environment? Asheville Academy...
Young children throw temper tantrums before they have the ability to communicate what they’re feeling when they lack the emotional intelligence to understand and meet their own needs. Temper tantrums can look like emotional meltdowns or aggressive outbursts. If your middle school aged daughter is...
If your daughter is unable to control her emotions, this can make parenting tough. You may not be able when to predict when she will have an outburst and it can feel like a constant power struggle. If you have never experienced the struggle yourself,...
Middle school is a tough period of transition and hormonal changes. For young girls, this can mean the beginning of their menstrual cycle, their newfound romantic interests, and the start of drama between peers. All of the excitement can quickly become overwhelming. Being a parent...
Sometimes it is hard to understand how your 10 year old daughter may have so many anger issues at such a young age, especially if they are starting to escalate through adolescence. Anger is understood as a secondary emotion that is caused by an inability...
Increased impulsivity in teens is associated with a higher risk of substance abuse, unprotected sex, and legal problems, however it doesn’t start that way. Impulsivity refers to a tendency to act without thinking and can involve behaviors that are risky, inappropriate, or poorly thought out....