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Category Archives: Children’s issues
Cause and Effect in Depression and Bullying
Interesting new research indicates that not only are kids likely to become depressed if they are bullied, BUT, kids who are depressed are more likely to be bullied. So this can becomes a dangerous and vicious cycle. Child and teen depression is … Continue reading
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The decision to medicate is an individual one
In our work with families dealing with ADHD, there is often uncertainty about whether to utilize medication to address some of the symptoms. This article shares one mother’s decision and how she reached it. Always, whether to medicate or not, … Continue reading
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Finding something to celebrate
Though raising a child with Autism can be extremely challenging, This article by Tom Fields-Meyer, the father of a child with Autism, looks at the positive experiences he and the rest of his family have experienced on their journey with … Continue reading
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Caring really does matter!
There is new research that highlight the importance of being a supportive parent. Not only does helping your child learn to cope with the day-to-day stress and uncertainties of the world around them discourage them from having complete meltdowns, but … Continue reading
Posted in Anxiety Disorders, Children's issues, Depression
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Is Grief the same as Depression?
This article talks about the possibility that “grief” will be included as one type of depression in a new version of the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders“. Though grief is a normal and natural reaction in many situations. … Continue reading
Posted in Children's issues, Depression, In my opinion, Mental Health, Teens
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What message do we send about “looking good”?
We have seen first hand how eating disorders can affect anyone. In our work with Center for Hope of the Sierras we have met women young and old, who have come together, from every walk of life, to battle for … Continue reading
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Medication is only part of the solution
As this article points out, medication alone is not an ideal solution for dealing with ADHD. When working with children and teens who are living with ADHD equine therapy addresses increasing focus, decreasing impulsivity and improving self-esteem. Whether leading, grooming, … Continue reading
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Depression can affect all members of the family
This is a good article about how one family member’s depression can affect the entire family. How each family member responds and interacts with the others is vital to a healthy, happy home environment. For those dealing with depression we … Continue reading
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How do we help kids with Aspergers?
Whatever challenges they face, we want our kids to succeed. Sometimes knowing how to help them along can be daunting. This is a nice blog about how parents can help their children living with Aspergers. We find that by providing … Continue reading
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What is ODD?
This article offers a pretty clear description of what Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is and some ways to deal with it. Equine Therapy is a great intervention for children and teens dealing with this issue. We practice firm, fair and … Continue reading
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