The Kids are not Alright
Those of us old enough to remember the Who, likely remember the song titled “the kids are alright,” an anthem to the spirit of young people. Sadly, this is no…
The Pandemic that Does Not End
The new school year is upon us just as the spread of the Delta variant and increased Covid-19 rates are hitting alarming highs. While the past year and a half…
Helping Children Cope with the Issues of Our Time
From Greta Thunberg to the young social justice activities such as Shayla Turner, young people are stepping forward to address the social issues of our time. While we are no…
Understanding & Treating Depression & Mood Disorders in Children & Adolescents
Depression and Mood Disorders All too common in children & adolescents Depression and mood disorders are a significant concern for children and adolescents. The Surgeon General’s 1999 report on Mental…
When Discipline is Not Working
Philosophy and Strategy We often think of discipline as a way of decreasing or stopping behaviors that we do not want children to exhibit. However, the most effective discipline strategies…