The Effects of Screen Time on the Brain and Body
Today, children are bombarded with digital media and technology. No matter how we feel about it, technology is here to stay. They are exposed to different forms of media and technology, including smartphones, laptops and Chromebooks in school, TV, music, video games, apps, and so on. Technology is shaping the brains and experiences of a
17 Noise Reduction Hacks to Boost Learning and Attention
Noise Reduction Hacks When kids are overwhelmed, they can have a hard time focusing on the tasks in front of them. Whether it’s sitting in a Zoom class for remote learning or doing a worksheet in class, children often struggle with passive activities or work they don’t like to do and even more so if
7 Strategies for Balancing Remote Work and Learning
It’s 2021, and the COVID-19 health emergency is getting better in some regions but still going strong in some parts of the world. Likely, remote work and school models will continue into parts of the world for a long time. For working parents, we are moving forward and there is a light at the end
Wellness Mama Podcast Episode with Dr. Roseann
Dr. Roseann was a podcast guest on one of the top parenting podcasts in the US, Wellness Mama. Dr. Roseann spoke on How to Develop Resilience and Support Kids With ADHD, OCD, LD, or PANS/PANDAS Kids. In this episode, Dr. Roseann dives into children’s mental health, why kids are struggling with anxiety, ADHD, learning, and
What Causes OCD in Children and Teens?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder develops over time. Even when one has genetic underpinnings, our genetics don’t define us and anxiety or other clinical issues can be mitigated by lifestyle changes and learning healthy ways to cope with stress. OCD typically starts with anxiety that one engages in an action (intrusive thinking or compulsive behaviors) in order to
Treating OCD in Children and Teens: How to Break Free from OCD
A vast, often missing component in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in children and adolescents is explaining what OCD is and how it affects the brains of kids and their parents. That means understanding how OCD impacts a child’s behavior and how easy it is to inadvertently accommodate or feed into a child’s
14 Tips for Healthy Media Usage
The Effects of Screen Time on the Brain and Body are significant and parents are trying to find ways to balance screen time with family time (or heck, their sanity!). Children and teens want to be on their devices all the time and we have become the device wardens. The good news is research demonstrates
How to Raise Successful Children
Everyday, parents from all over the world ask me, “How can I help my child be successful?” Sometimes it is about a two year old and other times it is about a twenty-seven-year-old. Our kids are our kids no matter what age they are and sometimes they have hurdles to overcome to be successful.Well, I
“It’s Gonna Be OK!” | Changing the Way We View and Treat Mental Health
Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge’s newest book, “It’s Gonna Be OK!: Proven Ways to Improve Your Child’s Mental Health is an Amazon bestseller and resource that every parent should have. As a parent of a child or teen struggling with behavioral or mental health issues, whether due to the pandemic or because of long-term issues, you know all
Getting kids to do a chore regularly can be a gradual process, but it can be achieved with patience, consistency, and a positive approach. Remember, the goal is to instill a sense of responsibility and teamwork rather than making chores feel like a burden. “How do I motivate my child to do chores?” It might
The Effects of Screen Time on the Brain and Body
Today, children are bombarded with digital media and technology. No matter how we feel about it, technology is here to stay. They are exposed to different forms of media and technology, including smartphones, laptops and Chromebooks in school, TV, music, video games, apps, and so on. Technology is shaping the
17 Noise Reduction Hacks to Boost Learning and Attention
Noise Reduction Hacks When kids are overwhelmed, they can have a hard time focusing on the tasks in front of them. Whether it’s sitting in a Zoom class for remote learning or doing a worksheet in class, children often struggle with passive activities or work they don’t like to do
7 Strategies for Balancing Remote Work and Learning
It’s 2021, and the COVID-19 health emergency is getting better in some regions but still going strong in some parts of the world. Likely, remote work and school models will continue into parts of the world for a long time. For working parents, we are moving forward and there is
Wellness Mama Podcast Episode with Dr. Roseann
Dr. Roseann was a podcast guest on one of the top parenting podcasts in the US, Wellness Mama. Dr. Roseann spoke on How to Develop Resilience and Support Kids With ADHD, OCD, LD, or PANS/PANDAS Kids. In this episode, Dr. Roseann dives into children’s mental health, why kids are struggling
What Causes OCD in Children and Teens?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder develops over time. Even when one has genetic underpinnings, our genetics don’t define us and anxiety or other clinical issues can be mitigated by lifestyle changes and learning healthy ways to cope with stress. OCD typically starts with anxiety that one engages in an action (intrusive thinking or
Treating OCD in Children and Teens: How to Break Free from OCD
A vast, often missing component in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in children and adolescents is explaining what OCD is and how it affects the brains of kids and their parents. That means understanding how OCD impacts a child’s behavior and how easy it is to inadvertently accommodate
14 Tips for Healthy Media Usage
The Effects of Screen Time on the Brain and Body are significant and parents are trying to find ways to balance screen time with family time (or heck, their sanity!). Children and teens want to be on their devices all the time and we have become the device wardens. The
How to Raise Successful Children
Everyday, parents from all over the world ask me, “How can I help my child be successful?” Sometimes it is about a two year old and other times it is about a twenty-seven-year-old. Our kids are our kids no matter what age they are and sometimes they have hurdles to
“It’s Gonna Be OK!” | Changing the Way We View and Treat Mental Health
Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge’s newest book, “It’s Gonna Be OK!: Proven Ways to Improve Your Child’s Mental Health is an Amazon bestseller and resource that every parent should have. As a parent of a child or teen struggling with behavioral or mental health issues, whether due to the pandemic or because of
Getting kids to do a chore regularly can be a gradual process, but it can be achieved with patience, consistency, and a positive approach. Remember, the goal is to instill a sense of responsibility and teamwork rather than making chores feel like a burden. “How do I motivate my child
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