Over Focused ADHD: What Does it Mean to Hyperfocus?
Over Focused ADHD: What Does it Mean to Hyperfocus? Being over focused ADHD can be a superpower and an Achilles’ heel for a child with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. A child or teen (or adult) with this type of hyperfocusing ADHD has the ability to have an intense focus on a preferred task more than a
Anxiety Coping Skills for Teens
Anxiety happens when you’re nervous, uneasy, or worried for an extended period of time. The same happens for adolescents when they lack anxiety coping skills for teens. It’s normal to be anxious, and everyone feels that all the time. But if you are struggling in your day-to-day life or can no longer do anything because you’re
Insights into PDA Autism: Strategies and Support for Autistic Children and Their Families
If you’re dealing with the challenges of having a child or teen with a condition called Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Autism, then you’re at the right place. It’s not a typical diagnosis, but a unique experience filled with mood swings and impulsivity with a strong desire for autonomy. So, what exactly is PDA autism? In
11 Emotional Regulation Activities for Children
11 Emotional Regulation Activities for Children Healthy emotional regulation means understanding and managing one’s emotions. Children can easily handle difficult situations when they can regulate their emotions. These kids tend to be more resilient. In addition, they are less prone to getting upset or overwhelmed. Their healthy coping strategies will help them feel calmer and
Dysregulated Behavior in Kids: The Guide to Supporting Self Regulation
Dysregulated Kids: The Guide to Supporting Self Regulation in Children As parents and caregivers, we understand the importance of nurturing our children’s emotional well-being. However, some children and teens struggle with emotional regulation, leading to strong emotional reactions to small levels of distress leading to disruptive behavior at school and home. Dysregulation can manifest in
Kids often experience emotional upset, but some highly sensitive children are prone to frequent, intense overreactions to seemingly benign everyday problems. This can lead to serious behavioral problems and emotional dysregulation that can be hard to manage. The parent of a highly sensitive child is at greater risk of stress because of the emotional rollercoaster
10 Self Regulation Strategies: From Intense Emotions to Calm
Understanding Self Regulation in Kids Self-regulation refers to the ability to manage thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to achieve goals or maintain positive relationships. Children are not born with these self-regulation skills, but instead, they develop them over time through social interactions, experiences, and practice. While self-regulation is an essential part of child development, it’s also
Magnesium L-Threonate For Anxiety
In today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become common challenges, especially for parents navigating the complexities of raising children and teens with behavioral and mental health issues. Amidst various treatments and therapies, Magnesium L-Threonate emerges as a natural, effective solution for managing anxiety. Magnesium can help alleviate stress and anxiety, providing a ray of
What Parents Should Know about Auditory Dyslexia
Children and teens with dyslexia experience difficulties processing a language’s basic sounds. Dyslexia is also called auditory dyslexia because of how dyslexia impacts how the brain processes phonemes. With dyslexia, the human brain can’t accurately or efficiently process sounds or language. Auditory dyslexia makes it hard for kids to distinguish the minor sound differences between
What Does ADHD in Teens Look Like?
ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is the most common neurological disorder diagnosed in children. Statistics show that 9.4% of children in the United States aged 2-17 years old have ADHD. That’s approximately 6.1 million kids who have received the diagnosis (CDC 2020). The national institute of mental health estimates ADHD in adults at approximately
Over Focused ADHD: What Does it Mean to Hyperfocus?
Over Focused ADHD: What Does it Mean to Hyperfocus? Being over focused ADHD can be a superpower and an Achilles’ heel for a child with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. A child or teen (or adult) with this type of hyperfocusing ADHD has the ability to have an intense focus on a
Anxiety Coping Skills for Teens
Anxiety happens when you’re nervous, uneasy, or worried for an extended period of time. The same happens for adolescents when they lack anxiety coping skills for teens. It’s normal to be anxious, and everyone feels that all the time. But if you are struggling in your day-to-day life or can no
Insights into PDA Autism: Strategies and Support for Autistic Children and Their Families
If you’re dealing with the challenges of having a child or teen with a condition called Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Autism, then you’re at the right place. It’s not a typical diagnosis, but a unique experience filled with mood swings and impulsivity with a strong desire for autonomy. So, what
11 Emotional Regulation Activities for Children
11 Emotional Regulation Activities for Children Healthy emotional regulation means understanding and managing one’s emotions. Children can easily handle difficult situations when they can regulate their emotions. These kids tend to be more resilient. In addition, they are less prone to getting upset or overwhelmed. Their healthy coping strategies will
Dysregulated Behavior in Kids: The Guide to Supporting Self Regulation
Dysregulated Kids: The Guide to Supporting Self Regulation in Children As parents and caregivers, we understand the importance of nurturing our children’s emotional well-being. However, some children and teens struggle with emotional regulation, leading to strong emotional reactions to small levels of distress leading to disruptive behavior at school and
Kids often experience emotional upset, but some highly sensitive children are prone to frequent, intense overreactions to seemingly benign everyday problems. This can lead to serious behavioral problems and emotional dysregulation that can be hard to manage. The parent of a highly sensitive child is at greater risk of stress
10 Self Regulation Strategies: From Intense Emotions to Calm
Understanding Self Regulation in Kids Self-regulation refers to the ability to manage thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to achieve goals or maintain positive relationships. Children are not born with these self-regulation skills, but instead, they develop them over time through social interactions, experiences, and practice. While self-regulation is an essential part
Magnesium L-Threonate For Anxiety
In today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become common challenges, especially for parents navigating the complexities of raising children and teens with behavioral and mental health issues. Amidst various treatments and therapies, Magnesium L-Threonate emerges as a natural, effective solution for managing anxiety. Magnesium can help alleviate stress and
What Parents Should Know about Auditory Dyslexia
Children and teens with dyslexia experience difficulties processing a language’s basic sounds. Dyslexia is also called auditory dyslexia because of how dyslexia impacts how the brain processes phonemes. With dyslexia, the human brain can’t accurately or efficiently process sounds or language. Auditory dyslexia makes it hard for kids to distinguish
What Does ADHD in Teens Look Like?
ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is the most common neurological disorder diagnosed in children. Statistics show that 9.4% of children in the United States aged 2-17 years old have ADHD. That’s approximately 6.1 million kids who have received the diagnosis (CDC 2020). The national institute of mental health estimates
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