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Category: Child Mental Health
These posts contain all things child mental health.
Emotional Flooding in Children: A Stress Response
Emotional flooding happens when our stress response gets triggered by a perceived threat or stressor. For children, this emotional flood can seem to come out of nowhere and be difficult to control. Key notes Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. This means that if you make a purchase through one of my links I… Read more
Helping a Kid Manage Their Anxiety in Healthy Ways
Everyone experiences anxiety, including children. Worry and anxiety are part of our stress response. It can be helpful, but sometimes that anxiety can become too much. This post talks about the different types of anxiety, what it may look like for children and how to help children manage their anxiety in healthy ways. Disclosure: This… Read more
Simple Every Day Stress Relief Strategies for Kids
Every day stress is something everyone experiences. Some stress can be beneficial. Stress can motivate us to study for a test or make sure we leave our house on time for school, work or appointments. However, when that stress makes it to where you cannot function, then it becomes a problem. Here are some simple… Read more
Fall Self-Care: 10 Fun Activities for All Ages
INTRODUCTION Fall is here! This is my favorite time of year. At least until after Halloween. Then the stress that comes with the rest of the holidays hits. With the whirlwind of family obligations and activities, I have to make a conscious effort to do things that I enjoy and find relaxing. Here are 10… Read more
Understanding Symptoms of Childhood Depression: How to Help
How to Help a Person Having Suicidal Thoughts
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. I will be talking about facts surrounding suicide and how to help a person having suicidal thoughts. The content in this post may be difficult for some to read. Please take care of yourself. Disclosure: The statements made in this blog are not medical advice. If you need medical… Read more
How to Talk to Kids about Death
Death is one of the few things all humans experience. It is one of the many reasons a family may seek my therapeutic services. A child may be having a hard time due to the death of a loved one. Or parents are unsure how to talk to their kid(s) about the death of a… Read more
What Are The Common Mental Health Diagnoses Among Children in the United States?
Hi y’all! In my therapy office, I see children who get diagnosed with things ranging from Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) to PTSD. These diagnoses are either made by me once they enter my office, a previous therapist, or their primary care provider. In young children, some mental health diagnoses are more common than others. Below… Read more
Does my kid need therapy?
Hello! I am Rae, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and if you are here reading this then you are probably someone that is asking themselves if they need to get their child into therapy. Hopefully after reading this post, you will be one step closer to your answer. Disclaimer: The statements made in this blog are… Read more
History of Child Mental Health
Hi all! My name is Rae and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who decided to write a blog about mental health. I have been a practicing therapist since 2017 and have primarily worked with children, ages 3-17, and their families. This post is specifically about children’s mental health, as that is in… Read more
