DRUGS, ALCOHOL, AND THE ADOLESCENT BRAIN
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, AND THE ADOLESCENT BRAIN
How does drug and alcohol use affect the adolescent brain, and how do we help our teens to make healthy choices?
A Finely Tuned Mind
What can the magic of music do for your child’s cognitive and emotional well-being? It’s not uncommon for the children I see in therapy to use music as a metaphor for communicating thoughts and feelings they may not be able to otherwise put into words.
UNLOCKING THE ADOLESCENT BRAIN
Research shows us how understanding adolescent brain growth can help to increase our understanding of corresponding adolescent behavior.
BIG GAME ANXIETY
How we as parents can help our children with managing performance-related anxiety. Enrolling our children in extra-curricular activities like competitive athletics
Screens, Screens, Everywhere Screens
In the tech-driven world of today, how can we as parents effectively monitor the amount of time our children spend in front of a digital screen?
Food for Thought
The association between dietary habits and a child’s mental wellbeing may be stronger than we once considered. Any pediatrician will tell you that a balanced diet rich in vitamins
Barks for the Brain
Neuroscientific research findings suggest that owning and caring for a pet can have a significantly positive impact on