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Research Review: Connection Between Fatty Acid (DHA) Levels and Sleep in Children
Fatty acids are essential for brain development and support many functions throughout the body. In particular, Omega-3 fatty acids (DHA…
Nutrition-Focused Treatment, Symptoms
Benefits of Omega 3 Fatty Acids for Children with Attention, Behavior, Mood, and Developmental Challenges
Parents looking for natural alternatives to medication to treat their child’s attention, mood, and behavior challenges will find numerous options…
Lifestyle Treatments, Psychological Treatment
Research Review: Treating Sleep Problems in Young Children Important for Mental Health
Those of us who are parents know how important it is for our children to sleep. After all, we have…
Family Support, Parenting Strategies, Psychological Treatment
Do’s and Don’ts for Staying Calm
After I published my last article about the importance of staying calm, I got many requests to write more on…
Developmental Treatment, Parenting Strategies, Psychological Treatment
Staying Calm When a Child has Challenging Behaviors
Do you have trouble staying calm when your child is distressed or throws a temper tantrum? Do you lose your…
Diagnoses, Lifestyle Treatments, Psychological Treatment, Special Education Strategies, Symptoms
Research Review: Kids with ADHD Learn Better When They Move
As a teacher and clinician who has long been in favor of allowing kids to move while working on academics,…
Family Support, Lifestyle Treatments, Parenting Strategies
The Importance of Optimism for Parents of Children with Special Needs
Over the years I have read a lot of books about parenting specifically related to children with special needs. One…
Diagnoses, Medical Treatment, Symptoms
Beware the Rush to Prescribe
I am often surprised at how quickly children and young adults with developmental and mental health challenges are placed on…
Lifestyle Treatments, Nutrition-Focused Treatment, Psychological Treatment
Research Review: Fast Food May Slow Learning
Most people recognize that the foods we eat have a major impact on our physical health. What is not as…
Lifestyle Treatments, Parenting Strategies, Psychological Treatment
Is Spanking Effective to Change Child Behavior?
A topic that often comes up in discussions about raising children is that of spanking as a behavior modification strategy.…