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Why Some Kids Fall Apart When They Get Home From School

Why Some Kids Fall Apart When They Get Home From School

Does your child hold it together at school and then fall apart at home? Learn why some kids are angr…

The Difference Between Teasing and Bullying

How are teasing and bullying different? Teasing can be fun, but it can lead to bullying. Learn how t…

Self-Control: What It Means for Kids

What is self-control, and what does self-control look like in kids? Get the basics on self-control i…

ADHD and Anxiety: What You Need to Know

Learn why ADHD and anxiety often go hand in hand and how symptoms can overlap. Find out why some kid…

Friends & Feelings

Why Some Kids Fall Apart When They Get Home From School

Why Some Kids Fall Apart When They Get Home From School

Does your child hold it together at school and then fall apart at home? Learn why some kids are angr…

The Difference Between Teasing and Bullying

How are teasing and bullying different? Teasing can be fun, but it can lead to bullying. Learn how t…

Self-Control: What It Means for Kids

What is self-control, and what does self-control look like in kids? Get the basics on self-control i…

ADHD and Anxiety: What You Need to Know

Learn why ADHD and anxiety often go hand in hand and how symptoms can overlap. Find out why some kid…

Friends & Feelings

Why Some Kids Fall Apart When They Get Home From School

Does your child hold it together at school and then fall apart at home? Learn why some kids are angr…

The Difference Between Teasing and Bullying

How are teasing and bullying different? Teasing can be fun, but it can lead to bullying. Learn how t…

Self-Control: What It Means for Kids

What is self-control, and what does self-control look like in kids? Get the basics on self-control i…

Bullying Fact Sheet

Get the facts on bullying. This fact sheet includes bullying statistics about kids who learn and thi…

Video: Watching TV to Improve Social Skills

Can television help kids learn social skills? Watch this video to learn how to use TV to practice an…

10 Ways to Improve Your Grade-Schooler’s Communication Skills

Children in grade school who have language disorders or learning disabilities may need you to help t…

10 Ways to Improve Your High-Schooler’s Communication Skills

A teen who has speech and language issues may need your help in building communication skills. Here …

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The Importance of Positive Self-Esteem for Kids

Learn what self-esteem is and why positive self-esteem is so important for kids. And get tips to hel…

5 Steps for Recognizing Strengths in Kids

When you focus on your child's challenges, it can be easy to overlook strengths. Follow these steps …

Types of Strengths in Kids

What are your child's strengths? Use this checklist to identify strengths in kids, and see examples …

How to Give Praise That Builds Your Child’s Self-Esteem

The best type of praise helps kids recognize their own effort. Here's what you can say to praise you…

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10 Ways to Help Your Grade-Schooler Manage Stress

Stress is common among kids with learning and attention issues. These tips can help your grade-schoo…

Types of Emotional Help Available for Your Child

If your child with learning and attention issues is struggling emotionally, there's a lot of help av…

Checklist: Questions to Ask Potential Therapists

Use this checklist of questions to ask therapists and counselors when choosing a psychotherapist for…

When Negative Feelings Turn Into Depression

Kids with learning and attention issues may be more prone to depression. Learn about symptoms and th…

Why Some Kids Get Overexcited

Why do some kids have trouble keeping their excitement in check? Learn why some kids get overexcited…

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5 Playground Activities That Can Help Your Child’s Development

It may seem like just fun and games, but playing on the playground actually helps your child's devel…

7 Learning and Attention Problems That Cause Sports Challenges

Team and individual sports can be tricky for kids who learn and think differently. Find out why.

Cyberbullying: What You Need to Know

What counts as cyberbullying? Read what it means for kids to be cyberbullied, along with examples of…

How to Get Your Child Involved in Sports

Read how you can get your child with learning and attention issues involved in sports. Assess your c…

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Why Teens With ADHD May Take More Risks

Learn how children with learning and attention issues may be more prone to risky behavior such as su…

6 Tips for Developing Job Skills at Home

These six tips offer concrete ideas on how you can help your teen with learning and attention issues…

What to Do When Your Teen Resists Your Help

Learn how to respond when your teen resists homework and school help. Read about peer and teacher su…

Job Interview Questions to Practice With Your Teen

Interviewing for a job can be stressful experience for your child. Help boost her confidence by prac…

8 Ways to Help Teens With ADHD Avoid Dating Trouble Spots

When it comes to dating, teens with ADHD may need more rules and guidance than other kids do. Here a…

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