During preschool, kids experience structured time together that is both fun and educational. They learn how to bond with their peers, follow directions and stick to a schedule; all skills that prepare them for school. For children with...
Depression Is Different from Sadness or Grief/Bereavement
The death of a loved one, loss of a job or the ending of a relationship are difficult experiences for a person to endure. It is normal for feelings of sadness or grief to develop in response to such situations. Those experiencing loss often might...
Understanding Oppositional Defiant Disorder
What is oppositional defiant disorder?
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a childhood mental health condition involving disruptive behavior.
Nearly every child will have occasional outbursts of frustration and disobedience, of course. ODD...
How to Help Children who Worry about their Stutter
The way children feel about their stuttering or disfluencies can affect them greatly. If children feel bad about their stutter or if they are worried that they might stutter, their stutter may get worse. Or, they may avoid doing things...