Violence: What are the Warning Signs?
At a time when so many of us are struggling to understand what happened at Sandy Hook Elementary School, the truth is, it’s beyond explanation. What we do know is that youth violence is on the rise, and it has reached unparalleled levels in our society. We also know that people who commit these acts […]
13 Tips for Staying Sane During the Holidays
Like most people, you’re probably feeling a little overwhelmed with the holidays approaching. Before things get out of hand, take a few minutes to examine your expectations. Try to scale back in an effort to make this holiday season more manageable. Here are some ideas that might help. Make an effort to relax. Your […]
Depression in the Elderly
While it’s true that everyone experiences sadness from time to time, we tend to think that it’s normal to be depressed later in life. Depression in the elderly could result from living with less income, the onset of physical symptoms or the loss of someone dear. Regardless, less than one out of every six elderly […]
What to Do When Your Child is the Bully
As difficult as it is to learn that your child has been bullied, it may be even tougher to discover that your child is the bully. It’s especially hard to intervene because aggressive behavior is often learned at home. And you may need to be referred for special training to help restructure family interactions. In […]
Names Can Really Hurt: What to Do When Your Child is Bullied
The person who coined the phrase, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names can never hurt me,” may not have had all the facts. In fact, name-calling can have a major effect on a person’s physical and mental health. Child victims of all ages have more physical complaints than their peers, including headaches, […]
Stressed-Out Teens
Now that everyone is back in school and schedules are in full swing, it’s time to really pay attention to your teen’s stress level. While children and teens cannot escape the stress and pressures that come with living in today’s society, they can learn how to cope. Here’s how parents can help: Teach your teen […]
Facebook “Likes” = Donations to Love Our Children USA
Every day about 160,000 children miss school because they are afraid of being bullied. Every year over 3 million children are the victims of violence and neglect. Those of you who know me are already aware that I have devoted many years of my career as a psychologist to working with children and adolescents who […]
Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?
This is the burning question for parents who are about to send their son or daughter off to school for the first time. Naturally you want to do everything you can to make sure your youngster is prepared for what lies ahead, but since there are no formal entrance standards, it’s a guess at best. […]
10 Fun Activities to Jumpstart the Learning Process
The first day of the school year is right around the corner. For parents who will be sending a child off to kindergarten, it’s time to set the groundwork with some learning skills that are essential for his or her future development. Here are 10 things you can do to set the tone that learning […]
10 Tips to Help Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten
Imagine what it feels like to be in a room with 15 five-year-old boys and girls you’ve never seen before. Now imagine that half of those children are screaming and trying to make a break for the front door, or that many of them are still crying because their parent left the classroom. Perhaps […]
