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<channel><title><![CDATA[Victoria Child & Family Psychological Services - Articles]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles]]></link><description><![CDATA[Articles]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 12:07:41 -0800</pubDate><generator>Weebly</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Spring 2020]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/spring-2020]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/spring-2020#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/spring-2020</guid><description><![CDATA[ 	 		 			 				 					 						  TIPS FOR FAMILIES COPING WITH COVID-19  With all the changes required to our daily lives currently, it has undoubtedly been a stressful adjustment for many families. Here are five simple tips for how to manage through these unusual times.   					 								 					 						            					 							 		 	        	 		 			 				 					 						  &#8203;HOW TO TALK TO KIDS ABOUT COVID-19  &#8203;Eight straight-forward tips for&nbsp;discussing the current pandemic with your children [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/tips-for-families.pdf" target="_blank">T</a>IPS FOR FAMILIES COPING WITH COVID-19</h2>  <div class="paragraph"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/targeted-parenting/201910/the-label-enables-why-diagnosis-can-be-good-thing" target="_blank">W</a><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">ith all the changes required to our daily lives currently, it has undoubtedly been a stressful adjustment for many families. Here are five simple tips for how to manage through these unusual times.</span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div class="wsite-spacer" style="height:21px;"></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/tips-for-families.pdf' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/published/family-game-night.jpeg?1632603106" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title">&#8203;<a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/when-kids-call-the-shots/201909/sports-reduces-defiance-in-children-and-teens" target="_blank">H</a>OW TO TALK TO KIDS ABOUT COVID-19</h2>  <div class="paragraph">&#8203;<span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Eight straight-forward tips for&nbsp;discussing the current pandemic with your children.</span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/tips-for-talking-about-covid-19-with-your-family.pdf' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/son-mom_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;">SELF-CARE SURVIVAL GUIDE</h2>  <div class="paragraph"><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Times feel uncertain. During uncertainty, our&nbsp;actions need to be intentional. Thriving in this&nbsp;season is possible by implementing a few daily,&nbsp;simple self-care strategies.</span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/a-survivial-guide-to-self-care.pdf' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/teddy-bear_orig.jpeg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title">&#8203;ONLINE RESOURCES FOR COVID-19</h2>  <div class="paragraph">&#8203;<span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Here you'll find many articles and guides to help your family navigate social-distancing and staying home this spring.</span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.massgeneral.org/psychiatry/guide-to-mental-health-resources/families-and-children#children' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/published/dad-reading.jpg?1632603619" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Featured Articles: Fall 2019]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-fall-2019]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-fall-2019#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2019 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-fall-2019</guid><description><![CDATA[ 	 		 			 				 					 						  CAN A DIAGNOSIS BE A GOOD THING?  Many parents worry that a psychological label placed on their child will only make things worse. But what if instead, a diagnosis offered understanding, compassion, and a road map for the future?&nbsp;&#8203;   					 								 					 						            					 							 		 	        	 		 			 				 					 						  Sports in the face of Defiance  Five tips for helping your youth channel that defiant energy into success on the sports field.   				 [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;">C<a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/targeted-parenting/201910/the-label-enables-why-diagnosis-can-be-good-thing" target="_blank">AN A DIAGNOSIS BE A GOOD THING?</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/targeted-parenting/201910/the-label-enables-why-diagnosis-can-be-good-thing" target="_blank"><font size="4">Many parents worry that a psychological label placed on their child will only make things worse. But what if instead, a diagnosis offered understanding, compassion, and a road map for the future?&nbsp;&#8203;</font></a></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div class="wsite-spacer" style="height:30px;"></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-medium " style="padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/targeted-parenting/201910/the-label-enables-why-diagnosis-can-be-good-thing' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/published/kids-back-to-school_1.jpg?1585865838" alt="Picture" style="width:323;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;">Sports in the face of Defiance</h2>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;"><font size="4"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/when-kids-call-the-shots/201909/sports-reduces-defiance-in-children-and-teens" target="_blank">Five tips for helping your youth channel that defiant energy into success on the sports field.</a></font></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/when-kids-call-the-shots/201909/sports-reduces-defiance-in-children-and-teens' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/youth-soccer_1_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/in-practice/201703/how-raise-securely-attached-child" target="_blank">RAISING SECURE KIDS</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/in-practice/201703/how-raise-securely-attached-child" target="_blank"><font size="4">Check out these simple and practical tips for raising children that trust in themselves and the caregivers around them, which in turn allows them to explore the world, form meaningful relationships throughout their lives, and learn to their fullest potential.</font></a></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div class="wsite-spacer" style="height:50px;"></div>  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/in-practice/201703/how-raise-securely-attached-child' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/published/family-exploring_1.jpg?1585945656" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/packing-success/201909/freshman-homesickness" target="_blank">FRESHMAN HOMESICKNESS</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/packing-success/201909/freshman-homesickness" target="_blank"><font size="4">Going off to college is both exciting and terrifying for many youth. How can you help your youth get through this sometimes overwhelming adjustment period?</font></a></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/single-college-student_1_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Featured Articles: Summer 2019]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-summer-2019]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-summer-2019#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-summer-2019</guid><description><![CDATA[ 	 		 			 				 					 						  RE-FRAMING TO BUILD RESILIENCY  &#8203;The stories we tell about our children influence who they become, for better or worse. By being aware of our words, we can help them overcome challenging behavioural patterns and build confidence.&nbsp;   					 								 					 						          					 							 		 	        	 		 			 				 					 						  &#8203;UNDERSTANDING SELF-HARM  Research shows that about 17 percent of adolescents harm themselves intentionally. 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By being aware of our words, we can help them overcome challenging behavioural patterns and build confidence.&nbsp;</font></a></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:49.796472184532%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-danish-way/201806/what-you-think-and-say-is-crucial-your-childs-life' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/editor/boy-thinking_1.jpg?1570230253" alt="Picture" style="width:340;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;">&#8203;<a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/evidence-based-living/201805/why-do-youth-self-injure" target="_blank">UNDERSTANDING SELF-HARM</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/evidence-based-living/201805/why-do-youth-self-injure" target="_blank"><font size="4">Research shows that about 17 percent of adolescents harm themselves intentionally. Let's explore the reasons that might be driving these behaviours.</font></a></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/evidence-based-living/201805/why-do-youth-self-injure' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/editor/upset-teen-girl_1.jpg?1570230420" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/worry-free-kids/201806/how-kids-learn-cope-peer-conflict-home" target="_blank">TEACHING SOCIAL PROBLEM SOLVING</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/worry-free-kids/201806/how-kids-learn-cope-peer-conflict-home" target="_blank"><font size="4">Learning to get along with others involves a lot of trial and error, and a lot of mistakes.&nbsp; Fortunately, children can learn to navigate their social worlds by receiving guidance from supportive adults around them.&nbsp;</font>&#8203;</a></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/worry-free-kids/201806/how-kids-learn-cope-peer-conflict-home' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/editor/adorable-group-of-kids_1.jpg?1570230693" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/mental-wealth/201806/9-reasons-leave-video-games-home-during-vacation" target="_blank">THE SCREEN-FREE VACATION&nbsp;</a>&#8203;</h2>  <div class="paragraph"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/mental-wealth/201806/9-reasons-leave-video-games-home-during-vacation" target="_blank"><font size="4">Nine compelling brain-based reasons to leave the screens and video-games at home on your next family vacation.</font></a></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/mental-wealth/201806/9-reasons-leave-video-games-home-during-vacation' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/edited/family-on-bikes_1.jpg?1570230822" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Featured Articles: Winter 2019]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-winter-2019]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-winter-2019#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jan 2019 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-winter-2019</guid><description><![CDATA[ 	 		 			 				 					 						  UNDERSTANDING THE IN-PROGRESS BRAIN  Brains are amazing - they grow and develop at lightning speed, starting in the womb and continuing well past our mid-twenties. However, it makes many foolish and frustrating mistakes along the way.&nbsp;   					 								 					 						          					 							 		 	        	 		 			 				 					 						  &#8203;PUBERTY OR PROBLEM?  Adolescence is a tumultuous time, full of changes and challenges. How do you tell if your teen is also strugg [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/going-beyond-intelligence/201806/blame-their-growing-brains-when-they-dont-act-adults" target="_blank">UNDERSTANDING THE IN-PROGRESS BRAIN</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;"><span><font size="4"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/going-beyond-intelligence/201806/blame-their-growing-brains-when-they-dont-act-adults" target="_blank">Brains are amazing - they grow and develop at lightning speed, starting in the womb and continuing well past our mid-twenties. However, it makes many foolish and frustrating mistakes along the way.&nbsp;</a></font></span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/going-beyond-intelligence/201806/blame-their-growing-brains-when-they-dont-act-adults' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/brain-cartoon_1_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/going-beyond-intelligence/201806/is-it-mental-health-problem-or-just-puberty" target="_blank">&#8203;PUBERTY OR PROBLEM?</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;"><span><font size="4"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/going-beyond-intelligence/201806/is-it-mental-health-problem-or-just-puberty" target="_blank">Adolescence is a tumultuous time, full of changes and challenges. How do you tell if your teen is also struggling with a mental health issue? Here are some things to look for and consider.</a></font></span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/going-beyond-intelligence/201806/is-it-mental-health-problem-or-just-puberty' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/teen-thinking_1_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/growing-friendships/201806/what-say-empathize-better-your-child" target="_blank">SHOWING EMPATHY TOWARDS YOUR CHILD</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;"><span><font size="4"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/growing-friendships/201806/what-say-empathize-better-your-child" target="_blank">Most of parents have heard of empathy, but find this skill hard to demonstrate in tough moments.&nbsp; Here are some simple phrases to help guide you in reflecting your child's feelings and showing understanding.</a></font></span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/growing-friendships/201806/what-say-empathize-better-your-child' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/dad-empathy_1_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/singletons/201804/tv-the-forgotten-culprit" target="_blank">IMPACT OF SCREEN TIME</a>&nbsp;</h2>  <div class="paragraph" style="text-align:left;"><span><font size="4"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/singletons/201804/tv-the-forgotten-culprit" target="_blank">We've heard it many times - excessive screen time can negatively impact kids' brain development. But how much is too much?&nbsp; Learn more here.</a></font></span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/singletons/201804/tv-the-forgotten-culprit' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/kids-screen-time_1_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Featured Articles: Fall 2018]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-fall-2018]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-fall-2018#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Tue, 04 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/articles/featured-articles-fall-2018</guid><description><![CDATA[ 	 		 			 				 					 						    Managing ADHD through the years  Three sure-fire tips for arguing less and getting along more as your child matures.   					 								 					 						          					 							 		 	        	 		 			 				 					 						    linking sleep &amp; mood  Learn more about the benefits of high-quality sleep, and the risks of poor sleep habits for children &amp; teens.   					 								 					 						          					 							 		 	        	 		 			 				 					 						    Teaching empathy  Stor [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div class="wsite-spacer" style="height:24px;"></div>  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/your-way-adhd/201806/summer-sanity-managing-adhd-in-teens-and-young-adults" target="_blank">Managing ADHD through the years</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph"><span><font size="4"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/your-way-adhd/201806/summer-sanity-managing-adhd-in-teens-and-young-adults" target="_blank">Three sure-fire tips for arguing less and getting along more as your child matures.</a></font></span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/your-way-adhd/201806/summer-sanity-managing-adhd-in-teens-and-young-adults' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/published/sample-teens_1.jpg?1547513251" alt="Picture" style="width:276;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div class="wsite-spacer" style="height:23px;"></div>  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/healthier-minds-happier-world/201806/what-poor-sleep-could-be-doing-your-child-or-teen" target="_blank">linking sleep &amp; mood</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph"><span><font size="4"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/healthier-minds-happier-world/201806/what-poor-sleep-could-be-doing-your-child-or-teen" target="_blank">Learn more about the benefits of high-quality sleep, and the risks of poor sleep habits for children &amp; teens.</a></font></span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/healthier-minds-happier-world/201806/what-poor-sleep-could-be-doing-your-child-or-teen' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/published/sample-family-3_1.jpg?1547513264" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:49.999999999999%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div class="wsite-spacer" style="height:44px;"></div>  <h2 class="wsite-content-title"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/book-smart/201805/social-stories-how-children-build-perspective-taking-skills" target="_blank">Teaching empathy</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph"><span><font size="4"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/book-smart/201805/social-stories-how-children-build-perspective-taking-skills" target="_blank">Story-time is a great opportunity for asking your child about their thoughts and feelings.</a></font></span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:49.999999999999%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/book-smart/201805/social-stories-how-children-build-perspective-taking-skills' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/published/dad-toddler_1.jpg?1547513670" alt="Picture" style="width:280;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>  <div><div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div> <hr class="styled-hr" style="width:100%;"></hr> <div style="height: 20px; overflow: hidden; width: 100%;"></div></div>  <div><div class="wsite-multicol"><div class="wsite-multicol-table-wrap" style="margin:0 -15px;"> 	<table class="wsite-multicol-table"> 		<tbody class="wsite-multicol-tbody"> 			<tr class="wsite-multicol-tr"> 				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div class="wsite-spacer" style="height:25px;"></div>  <h2 class="wsite-content-title" style="text-align:left;"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/going-beyond-intelligence/201702/adolescence-your-parenting-work-is-not-over-yet" target="_blank">Parenting during the late teen years</a></h2>  <div class="paragraph"><span><font size="4"><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/going-beyond-intelligence/201702/adolescence-your-parenting-work-is-not-over-yet" target="_blank">Ten ways to help your teenager grow into a happily productive young adult.</a></font></span></div>   					 				</td>				<td class="wsite-multicol-col" style="width:50%; padding:0 15px;"> 					 						  <div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;text-align:center"> <a href='https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/going-beyond-intelligence/201702/adolescence-your-parenting-work-is-not-over-yet' target='_blank'> <img src="https://www.victoriachildpsychology.com/uploads/1/2/0/2/120250463/published/university-students_1.jpg?1547513784" alt="Picture" style="width:292;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>   					 				</td>			</tr> 		</tbody> 	</table> </div></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>