In this episode, we talk with CHC experts, Dr. Emily Hsu, licensed psychologist and Julia Terman, doctoral intern at Stanford Children’s Hospital and CHC about accommodating anxiety and what it means for both parents and children. We’ll explore what accommodation Read more >>
Supporting Children and Teens Through the Upcoming Presidential Election
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, political talk is everywhere—on TV, social media, bumper stickers, at the dinner table, in classrooms, and in the background of everyday conversations. If you think your kids aren’t paying attention, think again. Read more >>
Free Activities from Khan Academy Help Kids Learn About Feelings and Emotions
Ease the back-to-school transition with new lessons to help children identify their emotions. Happy or sad? Nervous or excited? Build confidence, self-awareness, and empathy by putting feelings into words. New lessons about BIG feelings Emotions are a big part of Read more >>
Validating Your Child’s Emotions
Emotional validation is recognizing someone else’s feelings or needs without judgment. You don’t have to agree with someone’s perspective to validate their emotions. You just have to show the person that you understand how they could feel the way they… Read more >>
Teen Not Talking? Here’s How to Break the Silence
Talking to teenagers is difficult for many reasons. Not every conversation is going to be big. But little talks and a lot of short moments can add up to big benefits for your kid’s social and emotional health. Read more >>
Under Pressure: Helping Your Child or Teen Cope with School-Related Stress
Too much stress can take a toll on your child’s or teen’s mental and physical health. Read more >>
Balancing Well-Being with Academic Demands
Today we are talking about academic pressure and its impact on teens with Dr. Pardis Khosravi, Clinical Director and Licensed Psychologist at CHC. Where do these demands come from? It could be various sources including schools, peers, and societal expectations. Read more >>
Nuestro Bienestar/Our Well-being [presentation]
Cynthia Martinez, M.A., terapeuta de salud mental bilingue para CHC, apoyo a niños, adolescentes y familias para normalizar las necesidades de salud mental y apoyo en el proceso de pérdida, trauma, depresión y ansiedad. En esta presentación, ella discute el Read more >>
How to Help Your Child Learn Healthy Ways to Tolerate Frustration
As a parent, it’s crucial for you to have age-appropriate expectations for tolerating frustration. Children’s abilities develop over time, and younger children are likely to struggle more with frustration than older children. Read more >>
Trans Youth Equality Foundation [web resource]
The Trans Youth Equality Foundation provides education, advocacy and support for transgender, nonbinary and gender non-conforming children and youth and their families. Read more >>
