Children Mental Health

Category: Children Mental Health

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Therapy for Kids Is a Team Effort: How Parents Can Collaborate With Therapists

We collaborate with our kids on all kinds of things. School. Sports. Hobbies. Medical treatment, for sure. We should be doing the same for mental

Supporting Youth with Anxiety: Tips and Resources

Youth anxiety is a growing concern, impacting many young people across the country, including Maryland. Anxiety can affect a child’s emotional well-being, academic performance, and

How To Start A Rewarding Career As a Youth Counselor

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Do you want to be a guiding light for those navigating the

first day of school nervous boy holds on to mom

Back To School Anxiety: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions

Now that our long summer days are behind us and the school year has begun, many children experience excitement and anxiety. For some, the return

Recognizing Seasonal Affective Disorder in Kids and New Ways to Help Them

As autumn arrives and the days begin to grow shorter, some children experience changes in their moods. They start to feel sad, depressed, and lethargic

Reliable Ways to Prevent Bullying Behavior in Your Child

Thinking “my child is a bully” can be emotionally challenging for any parent. However, you can help guide your child toward more positive and empathetic

How to Actually Talk to Your Child About Mental Health

Many parents and caregivers don’t know how to talk to kids about mental health and talking to young people about their mental health can be

Better Understanding the Warning Signs of Suicide in Teens

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and an opportunity to reflect on common teen suicide warning signs. Parents or guardians of a teen have

How to Really Protect Your Child from Cyberbullying

Protecting your child from cyberbullying is a relatively new concern. While cyberbullying is a phenomenon that older generations may have a hard time relating to,

How to Deal with Separation Anxiety When It’s Time for Kids to Return to School

As summer break begins to wear out its welcome, back-to-school anxiety creeps into children’s minds and many parents wonder how to help a child with