Tag Archives: psychology
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Beyond Medication: 9 Alternative Ways to Help Teens Beat Depression
Posted on April 7, 2015 by Kristi in Depression, Mental Health, Nutrition and Fitness, Parenting, Teens, Therapy.When parents recognize that their teenager might be depressed, they are often desperate for help. They see their son or daughter struggling, and want to do everything in their power to help them feel better as soon as possible. (By the way, if you’re wondering if your teen might be depressed, click here to learn about the […]
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The 5 Most Popular Posts of 2014
Posted on January 1, 2015 by Kristi in Anxiety, Kids, Link Love, Mental Health, My Favorite Things, Parenting, Teens.2014 is over! It was the first year of my blog, and I’m happy to call it a success. I’ve learned so much and I’ve enjoyed sharing my thoughts about improving kids’ and teens’ mental health. I was a little overwhelmed the second half of the year, and didn’t have time or energy to post nearly as […]
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83 Conversation Starters For You to Use with Kids and Teens
Posted on September 25, 2014 by Kristi in All Ages, Kids, Mental Health, Parenting, Teens.How many times have you tried to ask your child about their day, and received one word or a grunt as a response? It can sometimes be like pulling teeth to get children or teens to actually engage in a conversation with you. This can be so frustrating for parents who really want to connect and engage […]
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Back To School!
Posted on September 2, 2014 by Kristi in ADHD, All Ages, Anxiety, Kids, Mental Health, Parenting, Teens.It’s that time of the year again. Everyone’s wearing new clothes and carrying organized backpacks and brand new school supplies. Some are even excited to go to school and see friends and meet teachers. Then comes the inevitable moment where the newness wears off and school doesn’t look quite as fun or exciting. “I can’t […]
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10 Things You Need to Do To Help Your Child With ADHD
Posted on August 4, 2014 by Kristi in ADHD, All Ages, Kids, Mental Health, Nutrition and Fitness, Parenting, Technology, Teens, Therapy.Before reading this post, you may want to read my last post, The 8 Red Flags of Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder in Kids and Teens. If you’re wondering if your child has ADHD, read that post and consider taking them to a psychologist for an evaluation. If your child has recently been diagnosed with ADHD, […]
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The 8 Red Flags of ADHD in Kids and Teens
Posted on July 28, 2014 by Kristi in ADHD, Kids, Mental Health, Parenting, Teens.Does your child often have trouble paying attention? Are they hyperactive? Do they have difficulty controlling their behavior? Although these behaviors are pretty common in all kids, there are some children who take them to the extreme. If your child has much more difficulty focusing and sitting still than other children their age, it’s possible your […]
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The Importance of Play
Posted on June 15, 2014 by Kristi in All Ages, Kids, Mental Health, Nutrition and Fitness, Parenting, Technology.Take a moment and think back to your childhood. What did you do for fun? When you had free time? When you truly enjoyed yourself and lost track of time? You may have enjoyed playing pretend – playing house, playing school, or playing cars. You may have loved to roughhouse with your siblings, play catch […]
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Helping Your Child Develop a Growth Mindset
Posted on May 27, 2014 by Kristi in All Ages, Book Reviews, Kids, Mental Health, Parenting, Teens, Therapy.This post is the second post in a series on fixed vs. growth mindsets. Click here to catch up and see what the difference is between a fixed and a growth mindset. So you think your child may approach the world with more of a fixed mindset than a growth mindset. Don’t worry – this […]
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What Kind of Mindset Do You Have?
Posted on May 19, 2014 by Kristi in All Ages, Book Reviews, Kids, Mental Health, Parenting, Teens.To begin, I’m going to ask you a few questions. Today’s topic applies to every age, including kids, teenagers, and adults, so feel free to ask yourself and your child these questions. Do you believe your traits, such as intelligence or talent, are pretty much set in stone and unchangeable? Do you believe that talent […]
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Relaxation Techniques for Kids and Teens
Posted on April 7, 2014 by Kristi in All Ages, Anxiety, Book Reviews, Depression, Kids, Mental Health, Parenting, Teens, Therapy.When your child is feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed, relaxing their body is one of the most helpful things you can do. When someone’s emotions are extremely high, their body acts differently than it does when they’re feeling calm. Muscles become tense, which can cause aches, pains, and headaches. Heart rate speeds up. Breathing becomes […]
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