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Anxiety makes people feel isolated. Unless you have it, anxiety is hard to understand. It makes people think irrational thoughts, behave in strange ways, attempt to flee from perceived fear, have outbursts and other experiences that non-anxious people do not understand. If you’re a spouse, parent, or friend of someone who has anxiety, it’s important …
A few years ago, I was the mental health provider for an excellent middle school. I loved working there because the staff cared about the students and did a lot to make sure we met their needs on every level. The team wasn’t punitive but sought to understand why students acted out and then addressed …
Anxiety is an issue for many children. Sometimes even parents miss the obvious signs. Read More »
Parenting stress is real. Children and teens can present with unpredictable challenges. Most parents want to do a great job and give their children the best to increase their chances for success later in life. But, what happens you hit a rough spot with your child? Let’s face it, every parent does, and for some, …
What to do when the stress of parenting gets the best of you. Read More »
All you did was ask your child to clean up and get ready for bed. The meltdown starts. It’s the end of a long day, and you’re tired. She’s tired, and you just want to wind down. Her behavior seems to be getting worse, and no matter what you’ve tried, the tantrums and defiance continue. …
Making that first phone call to a therapist is often wrought with anxiety and uncertainty. Let’s walk through how that process flows. Perhaps you’re dealing with anxiety, depression or relationship problems. You’ve had enough and know that you need to talk to someone other than your best friend or family member. You might be …
Therapy can be life-changing. What to expect when you finally decide to do it. Read More »
Let’s first address the myth that children cannot become depressed. They can and sadly, it’s becoming a bigger issue for many kids. Depression is more than sadness. It’s ongoing sadness accompanied by a variety of other signs– irritability, anger control difficulties, isolation, feelings of guilt, school refusal, poor performance in school, crying spells, changes …
Want to see if your child is depressed? Here’s a test to see and how we can help. Read More »
First, let’s talk about what bullying means. The CDC defines bullying accordingly–“The current definition acknowledges two modes and four types by which youth can be bullied or can bully others. The two modes of bullying include direct (e.g., bullying that occurs in the presence of a targeted youth) and indirect (e.g., bullying not directly …
Being Bullied Is Rough. How To Bully Proof Your Kid. Read More »
You’re doing the best you can as a parent and providing your child with all she needs to thrive. The melt-downs continue, the defiance is getting worse, and you’re tired of the daily phone calls from school. You’re not alone, and there is help available. Perhaps you have a teen how making the wrong decisions, …
We are the premier school-based mental health agency in Delaware. We strive to make it easier for children and families to get mental health services. We see children in schools, work with their parents and teachers to help children perform optimally in all aspects of their lives. We’re thankful that so many schools understand the …
Anxiety in adults is awful. Imagine being a young child who is often nervous and unsure of why they’re feeling certain emotions. Anxiety in children looks different than it does in adults. Children who are nervous tend to be difficult to soothe, aggressive, have problems sitting still and paying attention. Sometimes these kids get diagnosed …