Things That Go Bump In The Night
Helping Children Cope with Nightmares Nightmares are a common occurrence for adults, but they tend to be an even greater issue for young children. Nearly half of all children ages 3 to 6 will experience frequent nightmares at some point. And while nightmares can be extremely unsettling for adults, they at least have the emotional […]
Helping Children Deal With Violence
In my last post, I discussed how young children process and deal with violent or frightening images, such as when they inadvertently see incidents of terrorism or natural disaster on TV. Truth is, young children see the world much differently than adults do, and understanding that is an important starting point. In this post, I’d […]
Helping Young Children Deal With Traumatic Images
It’s easy to assume that we live in a time period that is far more dangerous, tense and violent than it’s ever been. Every day seems to bring a new horror—the fallout from wars, mass shootings, and acts of terrorism—all broadcast in hi-def across our media platforms. And while the reality of that unprecedented danger […]
Keeping Your Holiday Gatherings Argument-Free
The holiday season should be a time to reconnect with friends and family, forge stronger personal relationships and generally have a good time. But being in the same room with certain relatives or acquaintances can be anything but soothing. Thanks to the extremely polarized political climate we’re current mired in, it often seems like every […]
How to Navigate the Office Holiday Party
Once again, it’s time for the annual office holiday party—an event that people seem to dread or highly anticipate. Despite the mixed emotions, these gatherings offer a unique setting to socialize with co-workers and get to know them on a more personal level. Unfortunately, they can also be an opportunity to say or do the wrong […]
4 Ways to Express Gratitude This Thanksgiving
The stores may be prematurely crammed with holiday decorations and Christmas music, but there’s still time to focus on Thanksgiving and give thanks. In fact, expressing gratitude can provide many hidden benefits, beginning with the fact that you naturally encourage others when you do it. But expressing gratitude offers some additional benefits for you as well, […]
The Times Are Changing
Coping with the Winter Months Daylight Savings Time is behind us, and while you may have consciously accepted the shorter hours of sunlight as an irritating fact of life, your body (and mind) may not yet be on board. Adjusting to the winter schedule can take a toll on both your physical and mental health. […]
What Makes a Bully
Bullying—both physical and emotional—can leave lasting psychological scars on the victim, placing that person at an increased risk for substance abuse, depression, academic problems and violence later in life, according to the Center for Disease Control. October is Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, and throughout the month we’ve been talking about the victims of bullying. Now […]
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Perhaps you’ve already seen purple ribbons on display in public and on Facebook profiles this month. That’s because October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The ribbons are being used to draw attention to a problem that often goes unspoken, yet that plagues millions in our country each year. In addition to the physical violence […]
7 Tips to End the Homework Drama in Your House
The end of September is quickly approaching, and the school year is in full swing. For many households, that means dealing with the daily homework grind. Unfortunately, many children view homework as punishment rather than an opportunity to reinforce what they’ve learned at school, and this could trigger a power struggle between you and your […]
