Empowering kids to create their own coping strategies allows them to take ownership of their bodies and minds while building emotional intelligence. We all face a variety of emotions and feelings each day. Sometimes they are enjoyable, like the feeling of happiness when spending time with a loved one. And sometimes they are not, like […]
When children understand that anxiety is rooted in their brain’s natural protective mechanisms, they can begin to separate themselves from their anxious thoughts. As educators, counselors, and parents, you’re on the front lines of supporting children’s emotional well-being. You see firsthand the increasing prevalence of anxiety in young people, and we know how crucial it […]
All behavior comes from the brain.
By understanding how their brains work, kids can develop a deeper understanding of themselves, the world around them, and their place in it.
A multipronged approach to social media management, including time limits, parental monitoring and supervision, and ongoing discussions about social media can help parents protect teens’ brain development.
Many systems in the child’s body deal with emotions and the sometimes complex psychological response that they initiate. Two brain systems, however, share the important task of regulating your child’s emotions. Both have distinct jobs that have differing focuses on internal and external demands, but they interconnect to reach the goal of managing and addressing […]
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