Are you a parent struggling to help your adolescent deal with teenage problems? The thought that the little child you once knew is all grown up and wants to rule their own space can be troubling. You wonder how you missed the flight to this stage of their life. Seeing them deal with their [...]
There are any number of reasons why a child may have anger issues. For example, they might be dealing with a major change in their life or have a disability that is a constant frustration for them. All children are born with unique dispositions and there are some life factors that result in an [...]
When people think about eating disorders, they typically ask the same questions. “How come they hate food?” or, “Puking after every meal? No way!” Right from the start, it should be said that eating disorders aren’t actually about food, but are really control-related. Most of those suffering from eating disorders also suffer from control [...]
Sexual abuse is an incredibly difficult subject to address. It affects many people and can be a source of deep-rooted pain, shame, and emotional strife. As part of combating sexual abuse, it is vitally important for parents and guardians to be able to recognize the tell-tale signs exhibited by an abused child. We must [...]
“Here Be Dragons.” Old sailing maps would often include such references on places of danger or dread. A children’s book about anxiety by Kathryn Cave and Nick Maland, You’ve Got Dragons, begins with the ominous words: “Dragons show up when you least expect them.” Together, Cave and Maland explore the anxiety of a child [...]
