Nurturing Confidence in Shy Kids: Tips for Parents and Caregivers
CHC expert contributors Amy Daddario and Nick Ratcliff When shy kids struggle to engage socially or feel confident, they need support and strategies to nurture their self-assurance. Experienced educators, Amy Daddario and Nick Ratcliff discuss ways that parents and caregivers Read more >>
Three Expert Tips to Manage Your Child’s Tantrums and Meltdowns
by Carlos Konishi, Licensed Psychologist It’s common to feel overwhelmed when trying to manage tantrums and meltdowns, especially if you tend to give in easily to avoid confrontation. Creating a plan can help you navigate these situations with more confidence Read more >>
When Your Child Worries: Understanding and Easing Childhood Anxiety
by Megan Allen, PhD, Psychologist It is Monday morning and your child complains they have a stomachache and don’t want to go to school. You know they’re not sick, but for the last two months, tummy aches have been a Read more >>
Helping Your Child Forge Friendships
While every parent hopes that his child will fit in and be accepted, making friends is not easy for all children. Read more >>
Create Meaningful Memories & Manage Holiday Stress
by Joan Baran, Licensed Psychologist Taking care of yourself and managing holiday stress can be the biggest gift you give your family. Read more >>
Parenting a Child Who Feels Entitled
Your six-year-old says she needs a cell phone-just like her friend. Your sixteen-year-old son complains that his car is not as nice as everyone else’s (but shouldn’t he just be happy with a car? Should he even have a car?) Read more >>
Your teen is changing, and it’s a good time to rethink your approach to communication. Learn about the “think CALM” technique to better connect with and change your relationship with your teen. Read more >>
Why do teens send explicit images and messages? How common is it, and how should you approach the topic with your child? Read more >>
Media & Internet Use: Parent Intervention
How much media and Internet use is too much? Learn when you should intervene and set limits. Read more >>
Gaming and the associated role playing may simply be a social outlet, or it can be an addictive behavior or an escape from problems. How can you evaluate the impact gaming has on your teen? Read more >>
