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ADHD Medication for Kids: A Parent’s Guide
Ever feel like you're on a wild ride with your child? They can be brilliant and bursting with creative ideas, but sometimes focusing, keeping still, and thinking before acting can be a real...
How To Pick A Psychiatrist For Your Kid/Teen: A Parent’s Guide
As a parent, your child's well-being is your top priority. This includes their mental health just as much as their physical health. But when it comes to addressing mental health concerns, you might...
Psychiatrist vs. Pediatrician: Who Should You Go To?
As a parent, your child's well-being is your top priority. This includes their mental health just as much as their physical health. But when it comes to addressing mental health concerns, you might...
Therapy vs. Psychiatry for Your Child: When to Consider Adding a Psychiatrist
With all the information available online, you might be wondering: "Therapy or medication? Do I need both for my child?" It's a common question, and the answer is – it depends! Therapy and...
Is Family Therapy Right for Us? Exploring the Benefits and When to Seek Help
Family. It's the foundation on which we build our lives, a source of love, support, and sometimes, frustration. Let's face it, even the closest families go through rough patches. But when these...
When Should My Teenager See a Psychiatrist? A Guide for Parents.
The teenage years are a whirlwind of emotions, physical changes, and social pressures. It's normal for teens to experience occasional mood swings, anxiety, or withdrawal from social activities. But...
Like, Comment, Share: How Does Social Media Affect Teens?
Social media. It's a constant presence in our lives, and for teens, it's often the main avenue for connection, entertainment, and self-expression. But with great selfies comes great responsibility...
Unleashing the Inner Wonder: How to Build Confidence in Your Teenage Daughter
Let's talk teenagers, confidence, and that magical land where they somehow manage to rock the coolest outfit yet convince themselves they look like a walking disaster. (Spoiler alert: they almost...
Practical Mindfulness For Parents: Managing Spring’s Hustle with Moments of Calm
Spring arrives with a vibrant burst, but it also brings a hefty to-do list that can quickly become overwhelming. From relentless yard work to the compulsion to tidy every corner of the house, the...
A Realistic Guide to Surviving Summer with Teenagers
The onset of summer often brings a mixed bag of emotions for parents. While the warm weather invites visions of relaxation and fun, the reality for many is the daunting task of managing their...
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