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How To Take Action When Your Child Is Bullied

How To Take Action When Your Child Is Bullied

If your child has been repetitively bullied, you know the torrent of emotions it can bring up: anxiety, outrage, sadness, and, more than anything, helplessness.  Feeling helpless, however, does not mean you are completely powerless. As a parent, your role is pivotal...
Neurodiversity: What Does It Mean and Why It’s Important

Neurodiversity: What Does It Mean and Why It’s Important

“Neurodiversity” and “neurodivergent” are quickly becoming widely used terms in both education and society. Though they once were terms used to describe specific conditions, now many people are self-proclaiming their neurodiversity, focusing on the idea that brains...
6 Ways to Help An Anxious Child at Home

6 Ways to Help An Anxious Child at Home

Anxiety, even as a child, is perfectly normal, and in fact beneficial, to experience at times. It alerts us of potential danger and motivates us to do the things we are supposed to be doing. There are times, however, where a child’s anxiety can become more of a...
What To Do When Your Child Doesn’t “Fit In”

What To Do When Your Child Doesn’t “Fit In”

One of the most difficult parts of being a parent is when you have no way to fix a challenging situation for your child. This is especially true when it comes to your child’s social interactions.  Friendships are incredibly important, both for quality of life and the...
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