Kids and Teens
Mom’s Blog Contribution: Teen Anxiety – Growing Pains or Something Serious
According to a survey by the American Psychological Association, 42% of teens say that they feel stressed or anxious. As a parent, how do you know if it’s typical, “teen angst,” or if something more serious is going on? In my latest article on North Phoenix Moms Blog, I share what signs to look for…
Read MoreMom’s Blog Contribution: How To Fight The School Anxiety Monster
It’s August in Phoenix, which means we’re back in school! For a lot of kids, this elicits the excitement of greeting old friends and meeting new teachers. But for others, the transition back to the classroom isn’t quite as smooth. In this month’s North Phoenix Mom’s Blog article, I talk about what school anxiety is,…
Read MoreFriday 5: Kids & Teens
Here’s What We’ve Been Reading To Support Your Family’s Mental Health To prevent — or cope with — frequent tantrums, it’s important to adjust your perspective on your child’s behavior. The cause may not be what you think. Check out school counselor and parent coach, Meghan Leahy’s, advice in the Washington Post: “Our 6-year-old’s meltdowns…
Read More5 Brain Games To Shift Thinking
It’s good to remind ourselves on occasion that our brain can play tricks on us. We can’t blame it. Our brains are bombarded with an overload of information to sift through every second, and it needs to take mental shortcuts to keep up. But these little tricks don’t always work very well, especially when they…
Read MoreMom’s Blog Contribution: Finding A Sense Of Purpose
Have you heard of the juggernaut, Mom’s Blog Network? It touts itself as the “nation’s largest collection of hyper-local mom” resources, and I’m excited to announce that I’m the newest addition to the North Phoenix writing team! Each month, I’ll be writing articles on how Phoenix moms can best support their kid’s and their own…
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