Parenting Concerns

How To Help Your Kids If You Are Getting A Divorce

We emphasize often the emotional weight that every child carries.  About 1 in 5 kids will have a psychiatric disorder at some point during their childhood or adolescence.  But, if you really want to talk high numbers, take a look at divorce.

Death of a Loved One: How Do I Help My Child Cope?

When a family member dies, it can be one of the hardest times to manage.  That pretty much goes without saying.

Hit Send, No Wait: The Dangers Of A Hyper-Personal Online Life

Online communication can bring mischief and even serious trouble to peers and colleagues because it invites far more disinhibition than face-to-face conversation.

Does My Child Have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? How Would I Know?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Some kids just can’t seem to do what we expect of them, even the simplest of things—in school, at home and with other kids.

It’s not hard to see why they get labeled: sloppy, lazy, disorganized, won’t listen; or worse—defiant, self-centered, impossible to manage.

What Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?

Hear about CBT from Susan Sprich, Ph.D., Director of the Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Program at Massachusetts General Hospital. Tune in below or find ‘Shrinking It Down’ wherever you get your podcasts.