Play is not only the language that children speak, it also has the power to help kids make sense of their experiences, identify their feelings, solve problems, gain a sense of autonomy, and connect with others.
By Susan Kurlander, M. Ed.
Fostering empathy in children can inspire kindness and connection. Simple actions like praise, storytelling, and modeling kindness can guide them positively.
By Susan Kurlander, M.Ed.
Bullying impacts one in five students, increasing the risk of mental health challenges and academic struggles. Act now and make a difference!
Back-to-school chaos got you stressed? Uncover sanity-saving secrets to conquer anxiety and make this year a breeze!
If you are sensing that school is stressing out your teen, consider these six tips for helping them manage it.
A group of women in a local prison recently shared thoughts about what influenced their choices to engage in risky behaviors that ended in their incarceration. Their insight offers us valuable lessons.
News of a shooting in a public place is always scary. As individuals we are faced with the gravity of our own grief and sadness and as parents, we instinctually ask ourselves, “What should I be doing to protect my children?” Or, perhaps even, “Can I protect my child?”
We live in a culturally diverse world and yet are children will likely witness or even experience intolerance. How do we encourage our children to learn about others and to respect and appreciate the similarities, as well as the differences among us?
As children get older, your family life may begin to look different, and it can be a challenge to find ways to connect in the wake of those changes. These four tips can help rebuild that connection.
Kids with anxiety often have issues with control that lead them to feel powerless and compounds their anxiety. The good news is there are steps you can take to help your child learn how to manage anxious feelings and have a greater sense of control.
