By Dr. Grace Goodman This fall, we observed Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and Dyslexia Awareness Months. At the Institute and Flourish, we aim to help families, schools, and communities better understand […]
By Shirley Sanguino, M.A. With the holidays right around the corner, it’s natural to feel both excited and stressed. Combine our own range of emotions with our loved ones’ styles of […]
This is a tender moment. Some within our families and communities are heartened by last week’s election results. Others are devastated. It was such an intense election, and feelings are […]
The Scariest thing about Halloween: Girl Costumes We’re getting pretty excited about Halloween at our house! While perusing the aisles of our local Halloween store and checking out costumes online […]
What are some key factors I should keep in mind to help my child sleep well? by Angela Youngs, Psy.D. Supervised by Vicki Chiang, Psy.D. (PSY21136) [engine_spacer] There are several factors […]
“In the end, though, maybe we must all give up trying to pay back the people in this world who sustain our lives. In the end, maybe it’s wiser to […]
Tools for wonderful and challenging times Life is full of surprises – wonderful, awful, beautiful, challenging surprises. As we wear our many hats – parents, educators, human beings who work […]
How to Help Children Overcome Fears with Dr. Melissa Johnson: https://www.kidsinthehouse.com/video/embed/5877 ? For more information on elementary education visit KidsInTheHouse.com Originally published September 2013.
An important wish for most children and teens is good friendships. Belonging, being part of a trustworthy group, having fun. Yet, their conversations frequently turn to friendship challenges. “There’s this […]
I remember as a kid attending my first Halloween slumber party. We stayed up most of the night, trying to outdo each other with stories that sent shivers down our […]