The 4 Habits of Parents and Kids Who Don’t Have Anxiety Problems
There are key things that people who do not have anxiety problems do differently. You can learn these habits and change your life.
Category: Teen Issues
Am I Depressed?
Depression is a common but serious mood disorder. Sometimes it’s difficult to sort out what’s going on, what to do and when to get help. Common Types & Signs (From National Institute of Mental Health) Major Depression: severe symptoms that interfere with your ability to work, sleep, study, eat, and enjoy life. An episode can …
4 Keys to Prevent Tough Behaviors
At a loss with handling your kid’s behavior? Be honest- have you been getting caught up in power-struggles? Punishments aren’t working and now your kid is just angry. Many parents don’t see other options. If they quit nagging, the kids will ‘go nuts’ but they’re unhappy and know that the nagging is poison to everyone. I get it- handling difficult behavior …
Why Teens Cut and How to Help
When a parent finds out their child has been cutting, they often have a flood of emotions. Discovering that your child is self-harming can be scary. It’s difficult to know what to do or where to turn. Parents feel fearful, surprised, overwhelmed or guilty for not recognizing signs. The jolt of the discovery can bring …
4 Reasons Kids Misbehave (and what Parents can do)
Have you ever wondered why your kids act up? Boy, I can think of several visits with friends gone sour after my kid’s constant interruptions. Or the times when a full-blown fit erupts in the checkout line. Every parent can understand these moments of aggravation and it’s also natural for kids to test their world and …
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Stimming, Tics and Quirky Kids
At a restaurant your child randomly yells out odd sounds. In the grocery store, your daughter flaps her arms when the cold air of the freezer section hits her skin. When asked to leave, your son has a meltdown because he didn’t finish the level he was at on a video game. Your family just can’t go …