Featured Articles: Winter 2019

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. 

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​PUBERTY OR PROBLEM?

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.

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SHOWING EMPATHY TOWARDS YOUR CHILD

Most of parents have heard of empathy, but find this skill hard to demonstrate in tough moments.  Here are some simple phrases to help guide you in reflecting your child's feelings and showing understanding.

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IMPACT OF SCREEN TIME 

We've heard it many times - excessive screen time can negatively impact kids' brain development. But how much is too much?  Learn more here.