Study Tips For Your Child With Anxiety
Problems with anxiety are not uncommon in childhood. Recently, there has actually been a rise in anxiety and related conditions among school aged children. There is much concern over the [...]
How Is COVID-19 Affecting the Mental Health of Kids and Teens?
The COVID-19 pandemic has lasted much longer, and affected our lives much more intensely, than any of us could have imagined just a short year ago. Maryland students, in particular, [...]
How Separation From Parents Can Affect Behavioral Development
When a child experiences an unplanned separation from their primary caregiver, the traumatic effects can extend far beyond childhood and even into adulthood.(3) A strong, positive connection with a parent [...]
How To Encourage Empathy in Kids
Empathy is an essential part of healthy social relationships. Children who demonstrate empathy will find it easier to form strong friendships, relate to others, and effectively communicate to both other [...]
The Relationship Between Sleep and ADHD
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a common disorder that affects both children and adults. Individuals with ADHD exhibit a variety of symptoms, including impulsivity, restlessness, difficulty concentrating, problems in school, and [...]
8 Podcasts For Parents of Neurodiverse Children
Over the past several years, podcasts have become an increasingly popular way to hear different perspectives and receive information on a variety of topics. There are many podcasts available for [...]
Navigating Difficult Conversations About Your Child’s Needs
Preparing to receive evaluative news about children can be stressful for parents. This news may come in the form of results from a medical test, neuropsychological evaluation, educational testing, or [...]
The Effect of Zoom Classrooms on Students With ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is characterized by hyperactive, inattentive, and impulsive traits that negatively impact the daily life of a child or adult. (2) ADHD is usually diagnosed [...]
The Science of CBT: Rewiring Your Social Anxiety
Almost everyone has had moments of nervousness around other people. From first dates to the first time in the school play, life is filled with experiences that make us anxious. [...]
Understanding the Connection Between Autism Spectrum Disorder and Gender Identity
Recent studies are shedding more light on what was previously an under researched condition: Gender dysphoria among individuals with ASD. Children and adults who experience gender dysphoria -- a feeling [...]