Many parents are currently juggling work, parenting, and now homeschooling as well. Some parents are essential workers who put themselves at risk, and in turn, their children. Others have to manage getting work done while sheltering in place with restless youth. On top of this, many are facing financial struggles while worrying about the health […]
Hives. Stomach pain. Vomiting. Lethargy. An anaphylactic reaction is terrifying. Maybe you kicked into gear and gave them the epinephrine shot. Perhaps you were like me in the beginning and took them straight to the ER, not sure if you had needed to give an epinephrine shot. Maybe it was the school telling you there […]
If your kids are like my kids, they are suddenly spending 50% or more of their waking time online. School classes are online. Most of their classwork is online. Socializing with friends is online. Music lessons are online. Speech class is online. And of course.. video games are online. Combine this with the need for […]
If you are struggling to cope with COVID-19 anxiety, you are not alone. With new adjustments and feelings of uncertainty, it can be hard to manage your anxiety. Keeping your mental health in check is just as important as your physical health. In fact, managing your mental health will strengthen your immune system. And we […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed daily life. Our brains thrive on routine, stability and predictability. In the wake of the coronavirus, anxiety has spiked due to the instability and uncertainty of the pandemic. There are ways that we can help our brain to adjust to the changes and produce some calm. Having a formal routine […]
In all the time I have been a mom and a psychologist, this was not a day I had imagined. I mean I test out many therapy books on my children. The Way I Feel, Listening To My Body, and My Body is Private are great ones. I love I said, “No”, a book about […]
In today’s world, the pressure is on. Everyone can feel anxious and stressed at times. But what happens when your anxiety sticks around and doesn’t want to leave? Often times, anxiety can take over your thoughts and feelings in a way that impedes your thinking brain. With that being said, it is time to take […]
Fawn McNeil-Haber, PhD gives parents insight to recognizing anxiety in children. When Dr. Fawn begins thinking about anxiety, she looks at three different things: Avoidance and Isolation Overwhelm Somatic Complaints Learn more about our services for Child Anxiety OR Brave Minds Psychological Services helps children, teens and families overcome severe anxiety, stress, and […]
The raging hormones, social pressures, and academic load a teenager carries can easily create the perfect storm of anxiety. It’s no wonder anxiety in teens is identifiable now more than ever. As a parent, wanting to remove anxiety or distress from your child’s life is only natural. But remember, it’s impossible to wash away your […]
(Today’s blog is a little different. A little more personal) I’ve been doing a bit of avoiding of the to do list today. It’s that time of the year for me again. Summer camps, birthday parties, and Epipen renewal. I knew there was a reason my stomach was churning this morning. […]