Middle school is often like a maze for girls ages 11 to 13, a twisting, turning path filled with unexpected obstacles and hidden corners. Every day can bring new challenges: a friendship that suddenly feels uncertain, a rumor that spreads without warning, or a moment when anxiety makes even simple tasks seem daunting. Girls at […]
As the school year winds down and summer break approaches, many children and teens look forward to a well-earned break, longer days, fewer responsibilities, and more freedom. While the shift can feel exciting, it often comes with a loss of structure that can affect sleep patterns, mood, and overall well-being. Maintaining a consistent schedule during […]
As a parent, you want your teen to have fulfilling friendships, positive social experiences, andthe confidence to navigate social situations. For many teens with social challenges—includingthose with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, anxiety or other communicationdifficulties—these goals can feel out of reach. The PEERS® (Program for the Education andEnrichment of Relational Skills) social skills group, […]
If you have young children, you have probably heard the familiar sounds of sibling life—laughter, busy play, and sometimes sudden arguments over toys. Sibling rivalry is very common for children under seven. Young children are still learning how to share, wait their turn, and manage big feelings. When one child has ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder), these […]
One of the most common things we hear from parents is: “I know my child is capable of this,” “they’re so smart,” “sometimes it seems like they just don’t try.” When homework doesn’t get started, backpacks stay disorganized, and reminders turn into arguments, it’s easy to land on the word lazy. But in many cases, […]
Stress is a natural part of being an athlete, shaping performance, motivation, and overall well-being. From competition nerves and high expectations to juggling training, school, work, and personal life, athletes face pressures that can trigger both positive and negative stress responses. In the right amounts, stress can actually sharpen focus and fuel motivation. When it […]
As the school year winds down and summer break approaches, many children and teens look forward to a well-earned break, longer days, fewer responsibilities, and more freedom. While the shift can feel exciting, it often comes with a loss of structure that can affect sleep patterns, mood, and overall well-being. Maintaining a consistent schedule during […]
As the new year approaches, many of us start thinking about New Year’s resolutions. We promise ourselves we’ll change, improve, or fix something about our lives. But the word resolution itself carries a connotation, it suggests that there is something that needs to be resolved. This year, let’s shift the narrative. Instead of resolutions, let’s […]
As the weather cools and sports light up our screens almost every night of the week, it’s the perfect time to spotlight an important, yet often overlooked aspect of youth athletics and competitive sports: performance anxiety. No sport is immune to performance anxiety—whether you’re on the basketball court, soccer field, tennis court, golf course, swimming […]
