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Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes When your 8-year-old melts down over the WiFi or your teen seems anxious despite having “everything,” you’re seeing a struggle millions of families face. Research shows higher screen use is linked to greater anxiety, depression, inattention, and aggression. But the link isn’t one-way—screens don’t just cause anxiety. Anxious kids often turn to them for relief,
If your child’s emotions feel out of control, you’re not alone. Learn why emotional dysregulation and anxiety go hand-in-hand, the #1 mistake parents make, and simple steps to calm the chaos. What is Emotional Dysregulation and Anxiety in Children? Emotional dysregulation happens when a child’s brain and body struggle to manage big feelings, leading to reactions that seem out of
If your child’s behavior feels out of control lately—melting down over small things, refusing school, or constantly worrying—you’re not alone. Anxiety is one of the most common mental health struggles kids and teens face today, and it often shows up in confusing ways that can leave even the most attentive parents feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. The
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Supporting kids with ADHD in the classroom isn’t always easy – especially when focus, impulse control, and emotional regulation are daily challenges. But with the right brain-based tools, it does get easier. When we teach kids self-regulation skills, everything starts to shift. They can stay more focused, handle frustration better, and begin working through challenges
Estimated reading time: 12 minutes When your teen seems fine on the outside but is crumbling on the inside… It’s more than just stress. High-functioning anxiety is one of the most misunderstood struggles, especially in kids who look like they’re doing okay. But behind the straight A’s, perfectionism, or people-pleasing can be a child stuck in overdrive, quietly battling worry
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes I work with so many parents who are raising kids who are incredibly bright—but also extremely anxious. These are the children who constantly worry about climate change, or melt down over a crooked line in their drawing. Their brains are always on and their nervous systems are stuck in high alert. If your child is
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Parenting highly sensitive children with anxiety can feel like walking a tightrope—one small shift and big emotions come rushing in. This isn’t defiance or drama. It’s a nervous system stuck in survival mode reacting to a world that feels too loud too fast and just too much. I see this all the time in my
Estimated reading time: 11 minutes If your autistic child is overwhelmed by anxiety, you’re not alone—and there are ways to help. Most people miss this part: real change doesn’t come from behavior charts or just “talking it out.” It begins with calming the brain, not just managing what you see on the surface. I’ll walk you through it, step by
As a clinical psychologist for over 30 years, I know that when it comes to managing anxiety in children, many of you are looking for alternatives to ADHD medications. While children’s ADHD medication can help, they’re not the only option. So, what’s the best ADHD medication for a child with anxiety? You might be surprised by the answer. ADHD and
Stress and anxiety have become an unwelcome companion for many individuals. Stress for children and adults is at unprecedented levels, affecting the mental and emotional well-being of millions of people. In a world filled with countless stressors, finding ways to alleviate that pressure and make things more manageable is essential. Stress management is crucial for building resilience, not just in
Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes When your 8-year-old melts down over the WiFi or your teen seems anxious despite having “everything,” you’re seeing a struggle millions of families face. Research shows higher screen use is linked to greater anxiety, depression, inattention, and aggression. But the link isn’t one-way—screens don’t just cause anxiety. Anxious kids often turn to them for relief,
If your child’s emotions feel out of control, you’re not alone. Learn why emotional dysregulation and anxiety go hand-in-hand, the #1 mistake parents make, and simple steps to calm the chaos. What is Emotional Dysregulation and Anxiety in Children? Emotional dysregulation happens when a child’s brain and body struggle to manage big feelings, leading to reactions that seem out of
If your child’s behavior feels out of control lately—melting down over small things, refusing school, or constantly worrying—you’re not alone. Anxiety is one of the most common mental health struggles kids and teens face today, and it often shows up in confusing ways that can leave even the most attentive parents feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to do. The
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Supporting kids with ADHD in the classroom isn’t always easy – especially when focus, impulse control, and emotional regulation are daily challenges. But with the right brain-based tools, it does get easier. When we teach kids self-regulation skills, everything starts to shift. They can stay more focused, handle frustration better, and begin working through challenges
Estimated reading time: 12 minutes When your teen seems fine on the outside but is crumbling on the inside… It’s more than just stress. High-functioning anxiety is one of the most misunderstood struggles, especially in kids who look like they’re doing okay. But behind the straight A’s, perfectionism, or people-pleasing can be a child stuck in overdrive, quietly battling worry
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes I work with so many parents who are raising kids who are incredibly bright—but also extremely anxious. These are the children who constantly worry about climate change, or melt down over a crooked line in their drawing. Their brains are always on and their nervous systems are stuck in high alert. If your child is
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Parenting highly sensitive children with anxiety can feel like walking a tightrope—one small shift and big emotions come rushing in. This isn’t defiance or drama. It’s a nervous system stuck in survival mode reacting to a world that feels too loud too fast and just too much. I see this all the time in my
Estimated reading time: 11 minutes If your autistic child is overwhelmed by anxiety, you’re not alone—and there are ways to help. Most people miss this part: real change doesn’t come from behavior charts or just “talking it out.” It begins with calming the brain, not just managing what you see on the surface. I’ll walk you through it, step by
As a clinical psychologist for over 30 years, I know that when it comes to managing anxiety in children, many of you are looking for alternatives to ADHD medications. While children’s ADHD medication can help, they’re not the only option. So, what’s the best ADHD medication for a child with anxiety? You might be surprised by the answer. ADHD and
Stress and anxiety have become an unwelcome companion for many individuals. Stress for children and adults is at unprecedented levels, affecting the mental and emotional well-being of millions of people. In a world filled with countless stressors, finding ways to alleviate that pressure and make things more manageable is essential. Stress management is crucial for building resilience, not just in
The effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment vary by patient and condition. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, LLC does not guarantee certain results.