Self-Injury & Recovery Resources [web resource]
The Self-Injury & Recovery Resources (SIRR) website is part of the Self-Injury & Recovery Resources research program at Cornell University. The website summarizes the research program work and provides links and resources to self injury information. Read more >>
We hear more about gender expression these days than we used to. Yet it’s rare to hear a raw, firsthand account about what it really feels like when your gender identity doesn’t match your biological gender — from shame and Read more >>
Transgender and Gender Diverse Teens: How to Talk to and Support Them
For parents and caregivers, knowing how to talk to their children about gender can present a steep learning curve. Read more >>
What Transgender Teens Need From Their Parents
When teenagers confide that they are transgender or uncertain about their gender identity, their parents may be unsure how to offer support. To understand what types of family support transgender adolescents consider helpful, a Stanford research team asked 25 of Read more >>
Understanding Trans Teens: Trans Resources For Parents
In more and more communities across the United States, transgender teens are comfortable coming out. That’s good news. But it’s also meant a learning curve—sometimes a steep one—for parents who are unfamiliar with transgender issues. Read more >>
When Young Children Are Anxious: Part 1
Young children typically experience some degree of fear — of separation, the dark, strangers, loud noises and new experiences. But how do we know when it’s something more and prevent these fears from interfering with our children’s daily lives? In Read more >>
Kids and Anxiety: What’s Normal and When to Seek Help
The first day of school. The first time at the pool. A surprise meeting with a gigantic dog. Plenty of situations make kids feel nervous and uncomfortable. But how do parents know when a child is suffering from anxiety that Read more >>
6 Types of Anxiety that Can Affect Children
There are many types of anxiety disorders, but the following are the disorders most common anxiety disorders experienced by children. Read more >>
A Parent’s Journey: A Child With ADHD
In this episode, we talk candidly about what parenting a child with ADHD is really like — the challenges, joys, worries and wonder. How do you know when it’s time to get help? Is medication necessary? What kind of impact Read more >>
21 Tips for Raising a Child With ADHD
For a child with ADHD, consistency is vital. By using a supportive and structured approach, challenging behaviors can be limited, and the child can flourish. The following tips have been compiled to help parents reduce disruptive behaviors and deal with Read more >>
