Tag Archives: school
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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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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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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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What to Do if You’re Wondering if Your Child Has a Learning Disorder
Posted on April 14, 2014 by Kristi in All Ages, Kids, Link Love, Mental Health, Parenting, Teens.Here in Texas, standardized testing happens every year in the spring at public schools. These tests are a big deal, because if students don’t pass, there can be major consequences. Because of this, I’ve been getting a lot of school-related questions recently! In particular, parents have been extremely concerned about the possibility their child might […]
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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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More Important than Homework
Posted on February 24, 2014 by Kristi in All Ages, Kids, Parenting, Teens.What’s more important than getting homework done? The answer to this is your relationship with your child. The connection you have with your child is more important than their schoolwork, regardless of their age or grade level. Before you start talking about how competitive the world is or calling me crazy, keep reading. First of […]
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How Teens Can Get More, and Better, Sleep
Posted on February 19, 2014 by Kristi in Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health, Nutrition and Fitness, Parenting, Technology, Teens.In my last post, we discussed why sleep is so important for teenagers. Today, we’re going to talk about how: How do you help your teen get better sleep? First of all, there’s a major hurdle that you need to be aware of: teenagers’ brains are naturally wired to stay up later and sleep in […]
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The Hardest Part of Parenting a Child with Anxiety
Posted on January 13, 2014 by Kristi in All Ages, Anxiety, Kids, Mental Health, Parenting, Teens, Therapy.Having a child with anxiety can be challenging. These kids are often so hesitant to try anything, and sometimes that anxiety can come out in crying, tantrums, nightmares, or bad behavior. Having to watch your child feel this way can make you feel powerless to help your child. The good news is that you can […]
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