Children experience a wide range of emotions every day, but don't always have the vocabulary to describe what they're feeling. Instead of saying they're anxious, disappointed, frustrated, or overwhelmed, they may cry, throw a tantrum, shut down, or act out. While these behaviors can be...
Children are meant to grow, learn, and gradually take on more responsibility as they mature. Helping with chores or caring for younger siblings can be a healthy part of development. Some children, though, end up carrying responsibilities that are far beyond what's appropriate for their...
Every child experiences big emotions. Tantrums, frustration, sadness, fear, excitement, and disappointment are all part of growing up. While it's easy to focus on the behavior we see, a child's ability to manage emotions actually begins developing long before they can put their feelings into...
Coping skills have become a kind of shorthand in mental health conversations. They're something almost everyone agrees children and teens need more of. They're not wrong exactly. But there's a meaningful difference between giving someone a list of coping strategies and actually helping them develop...