Many children and adolescents are diagnosed with ADHD and Bipolar disorder at younger and younger ages. Let’s face it, asking a young person to sit still in a chair for extended periods of time is a chore for students and educators… (and parents!). Kids are designed to explore and try everything out. They go from … [Read more…]
Hello Everyone, I have just read a book entitled ‘Your Defiant Teen’* and wanted to share it with you. It was recommended to me by a parent who said it was helpful. This book lays out a program to assist with changing parent behavior. I know many parents have tried so many things and are … [Read more…]
I LOVE YOU. WILL YOU BE MINE? I grew up reading these on little heart candies on Valentine’s Day. A day that comes only once a year. I propose we say these little candy phrases to each other every day. Everyday! Not just anniversaries or special occasions either. Especially to your child, teen or adolescent. … [Read more…]
It’s almost the end of January. Are you on track toward completing your new year’s resolutions? If yes, way to go, stop reading. You’re on your way to success. If not, the following steps will likely get you back on track. Step One: Write your goals out. Include all of the tasks you want to … [Read more…]
Here we go again. The season of Joy?!? I am hopeful that it is for you and yours. However, it seems like many people have voiced concerns about getting into confrontational situations with family members during this season. One person is a Conservative and another a Liberal. Some individuals believe in Science and some Just Know … [Read more…]
Does this sound familiar? I wake up late. My parents are yelling at me about ALWAYS being late. I’m a little upset but whatever. The friend I usually talk with about these things is not at school when I get there. That’s irritating. My completed homework actually did get left at home because I was … [Read more…]
Don’t you want to get away from it all? Here is your chance. Cost free! You have everything you need and I’m confident you are capable of accomplishing it. This challenge appears deceptively simple and very difficult for most people to complete. The only skills required are sitting, breathing and counting. Relaxing is optional but … [Read more…]
So, it’s another school year. New friends. Old Friends… and some old not so good friends. Some of you are going back to the same school and some are starting at a new school. Most of the time there are now real surprises. Even so, it can be stressful. Some unsolicited (look ‘unsolicited’ up if … [Read more…]
Let’s face it, asking a young person to sit still for extended periods of time is tough for students, educators and parents! Focus and behavior difficulties are sure to arise. The issue is when these difficulties interfere with learning and/or distract others. Some individuals are just fidgety, while others may need clinical assistance. According to … [Read more…]
Hello, I read an article yesterday in the July/August edition of the American Psychological Association’s Monitor in Psychology magazine. It had some interesting and important information concerning what parents post about their family social media. I thought you may like to read it as well. It can be found here.
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