Parenting a Child With ADHD

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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can affect how children respond to parenting. Here are some ways to address ADHD symptoms like executive dysfunction, rejection-sensitive dysphoria (RSD)...
Emily W. King

Survive or Thrive? How Parents Can Help Their Neurodivergent Learner Succeed

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For neurodivergent children, such as those on the autism spectrum or with learning disabilities like dyslexia, school can be a struggle. The average school...

Family Crafting Project: How To Make Miniatures

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The world of miniatures has caught the attention of adults and kids alike.Despite the recent rise in popularity of the pink plastic balls called...

Expert: How Sleep (Or Lack Thereof) Affect Healthy Development and Cognition

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The importance of quality sleep for children cannot be overstated. It is crucial to fuel active brain development, physical growth and emotional regulation. The...

How Art-Based Activities Help Child Development

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Much has been said about the benefits of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) programming for children, but the addition of art into the...
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3 Simple Ways To Prep Kids for Lifelong Healthy Habits This Year

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by Dr. John Stutts, M.D., MPHWith kids back in school, many parents are focused on getting them set up for success with new backpacks...
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Readiness for Kindergarten: A Parent’s Guide to Basic Skills

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The Good Old Days I began teaching first grade back in the dark ages — the 1960s. Back then, many children didn’t attend kindergarten, and...

5 Tips for Creating a Successful Back-to-School Carpool

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It’s time to get back into the school mindset, which for parents means school supplies, packing lunches and carpools.A carpool arrangement can be the...

Back-to-School Health: What Parents Need To Know Before the First Day of School

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As we enter back-to-school season, a to-do that might slip your mind is your child’s annual checkup and physical. Dr. Omar Jaber, M.D., MPH,...
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Empowering Parents in Recognition of Safe Sport Day

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Aug. 8 is International Safe Sport Day, a time to recognize safer sport environments for athletes at every level and acknowledge the role each...