Most parents want their kids to care about doing well. But some children become trapped by the need to do things perfectly. They may continuously redo assignments, avoid activities where success isn’t guaranteed, or get disproportionately upset over small mistakes. Healthy effort leaves room for...
Few things are more stressful for a parent than a child who suddenly refuses to go to school. One morning everything is fine, and then without much warning there are tears, stomachaches, meltdowns at the door, or a flat refusal that turns the whole household...
When kids are struggling emotionally, behaviorally, or socially, the instinct is often to get them talking. But for most young children, words aren’t always the most natural way to express what’s going on inside. That’s exactly where child-centered play therapy (CCPT) comes in. It utilizes...
Starting school for the first time is a huge transition for a young child. For many, it means leaving the familiar comfort of home for the first time and stepping into an unknown new world. Some children take to it quickly. Others need more time...