Category Archives: Depression

Autism Includes a Serious Risk of Depression

Posted on March 2, 2018 by Laurie

Today we are so much more aware of how we can help kids with autism lead a rich and full life. For many, early interventions lead to much higher functioning and the ability to integrate into mainstream situations. Additionally, most … Continue reading →

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Alarming Statistics On Teen Suicide

Posted on February 27, 2018 by Laurie

Teens today face so many challenges. Our world is very demanding and extremely stressful. Demanding schedules, high expectations, increased responsibility and all too often a feeling of being disconnected can all leave a teen feeling overwhelmed. Our teens are taking … Continue reading →

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What You do Does Make a Difference

Posted on February 26, 2018 by Laurie

As parents we struggle. We often feel stretched beyond our abilities. We have so many demands on us and though we try to do the right thing, but so often feel that it is just not enough, especially when we … Continue reading →

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A Very Interesting Look at ADHD

Posted on February 9, 2018 by Laurie

I think most of us would say we are familiar with what ADHD is. We probably picture a little boy running wild, unable to sit still, disrupting a classroom and just plain tearing things up.  I would also guess that … Continue reading →

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When You Are Feeling Anxious

Posted on February 6, 2018 by Laurie

A big test. Talking with the boss about a raise. The first day at school. Moving to a new place. There are many legitimate reasons for feeling ‘anxious’. But sometimes anxiety becomes more than just the day-to-day concerns and start … Continue reading →

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Which Came First The Cell Phone or Feeling Isolated?

Posted on February 5, 2018 by Laurie

Most of us have seen and experienced children, teens and even adults who are so attached their technology that the rest of their lives are diminished. It is alarming when entire families sitting at the table together are all engaged … Continue reading →

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A Better Way to Deal with ‘Acting Out’

Posted on February 2, 2018 by Laurie

We have all seen it. A kiddo who is dealing with something that may be challenging or frustrating and they just lose it. But they may throw things, lash out, yell, cry or even just curl up in a ball … Continue reading →

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Anxiety Can Happen to Anyone

Posted on January 30, 2018 by Laurie

We all have our challenges. We do. We just do. Young or old. Tall or short. Slim or curvy. Financially secure or living on the edge. There are those that are more resilient and there are those who may need … Continue reading →

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New Study Highlights Why Good Interventions Are So Important

Posted on January 24, 2018 by Laurie

It is not hard to understand that kids and teens dealing with social, emotional, behavioral and mental health challenges are more likely to engage in unhealthy behaviors if they are not guided in a better direction. They will look for … Continue reading →

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When ‘Worry’ is Something to Worry About

Posted on January 21, 2018 by Laurie

Come on! We all worry at times. Am I going to be late? Did I remember to lock the back door? Am I going to run out of gas? Are the kids ok? How did I do on the test? … Continue reading →

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