Who Am I? It’s a universal question that begins to be asked when we are very young. Our sense of self includes those roles, attributes, behaviors, and associations that we consider most important about ourselves. Building our identity is a fluid and dynamic process that occurs over a lifetime but initially takes shape during childhood […]
ADHD in Kids
ADHD is defined as “a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity that interferes with functioning or development” (American Psychiatric Association, 2014). ADHD can present as one or both types: inattentive or hyperactive/impulsive. People with inattentive ADHD often have difficulty with paying attention to detail, making careless mistakes, and sustaining attention for long periods of time. […]
Anxiety in Kids and How Parents Can Help
Is your child always worrying? Do they seem overly nervous about school, friends, or their own image? Are they irritable? Emotional? Unable to concentrate or sometimes appear hyper-focused? Have trouble sleeping? These are all common symptoms of anxiety. Anxiety in kids manifests itself in numerous ways, and it looks different for everyone. After a parent […]