ADHD: Treat it early, change a young life
I’m a big fan of a series of videos produced by the Child Mind Institute, which writes: “Nearly 50 percent of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) never get treated. Early,...
View ArticleOCD: It’s real. It’s treatable.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, or OCD, affects approximately 1 million children. Take a look at this great video produced by the Child Mind Institute. As the organization writes, “Speaking up the first...
View ArticleHelp your teen overcome depression
I’m a big fan of a series of videos recently produced by the Child Mind Institute. This one does a nice job of explaining teen depression, which affects one in seven young people. You can hear more...
View ArticleTalking with your child about tragedy
Today’s massacre at an elementary school in Connecticut is devastating. At this time, 27 people, including 20 children, are reported dead. A common question at times like these is, “How should I...
View ArticleMedical Marijuana Use and Parenting: A Qualitative Study
The results of this research were published in April 2013 in Adolescent Psychiatry. Study Title: Medical Marijuana Use and Parenting: A Qualitative Study Authors: Thurstone, Christian; A. Binswanger,...
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Dishware teaches healthy eating for kids
A Colorado company has designed dishware aimed at helping families chart an easier path to healthy living by watching their food portions at mealtime. Livliga — a name that comes from a Swedish word...
View ArticleMarijuana use and pregnancy
Of the 2.4 million Americans who try marijuana for the first time each year, 58 percent are under the age of 18. That’s why when we’re debating drug policy and the impact of marijuana on society, we...
View ArticleParents don’t have to accept youth substance use
These are common questions: If so many teens are using addictive substances such as alcohol, tobacco and marijuana, what’s the big deal? Isn’t it normal to experiment like this? After all, teens will...
View ArticleHow parents can help their adolescents not use drugs
The most important thing parents can do for their adolescent with a substance problem is to maintain a positive, warm and loving relationship with him or her because this is the most important tool...
View ArticleResources for those affected by COVID-19
I am based in Colorado, so this roundup of resources offering help during the COVID-19 outbreak is state-specific. However, I hope it provides some ideas for others compiling similar lists. Regardless...
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