The holiday season should be about celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. To some, the season does bring about positive spiritual growth and the opportunity to make lasting family memories. However, as exciting as the holiday season appears with its shiny Christmas balls, neatly wrapped [...]
Vacation time is supposed to be relaxing, exciting, and enriching, right? You spend hours, even days and weeks, preparing for a family vacation that will be fulfilling. However, if you’re traveling with a teen who has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), you may find that your vacation is indeed [...]
Although uncommon, children as young as three years old can develop depression. The causes of depression in children can range from trauma and neglect to a big life change to losing a loved one. Recognizing the signs of depression in children can help you determine when your child needs [...]
One of the biggest issues parents face today is the effect of social media on kids as they age into their teenage years. After all, this is a new challenge in the scope of human history, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the issue. Where do you even [...]
Humans are complex beings. Little humans can be even more complex. According to an array of experts, brains are fully developed around the age of twenty-five. Adult brains are better equipped to handle situations than little human’s (that is, children’s) brains. Children’s minds aren’t developed enough to handle situations [...]
Have you ever wondered if your child was just being shy or reserved, or whether his or her behavior might be a sign of something more, such as social anxiety in children? If so, read on. This article may be for you. A shy child seems hesitant or withdrawn [...]
Dealing with a breakup is one of the hardest and most challenging events that you will go through, especially if you still love the other person. But not all relationships will work out. It may be that the two of you just don’t click, one person wants a different [...]
“Can you please pick that up?” “We don’t draw on the walls.” “The rule is no screens after 5 pm.” “Are you ready to brush your teeth?” “Will you please help by cleaning up the toys?” “Just do as I said!” “If you don’t get in the car, then [...]
What are blended families? Did you know that 1300 new stepfamilies aka “blended families,” are forming every day (US Bureau of Census, 2023)? Blended families take on many forms, each situation is unique and usually complex. Some common types of blended families include, but are not limited to the [...]
When children are in counseling to work through emotional and mental issues, the therapist may choose to use play therapy. This type of therapy helps the child express themselves in a way that is comfortable and safe. Allowing children to be creative often helps them to share emotions and [...]
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