The Parents Guide to ADHD
Posted on March 21, 2013
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, may not have a cure, but it does have various treatment options. Read on to learn more about the treatments, symptoms and myths of ADHD along with ways parents can help their anxious children cope with the disorder.
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How Gaming Affects Your Anxious Child’s Brain
Posted on March 8, 2013
Gaming is a way of life for some kids, but that way of life can be a horrible one for your anxious child unless you're fully aware of gaming's negative effects and how you can turn all that negative into positive. Read on to learn more.
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6 Ways Science Shows Nutrition Can Help Child Anxiety
Posted on March 6, 2013
Groundbreaking research proves that what children with anxiety eat impacts their ability to cope with stress in a positive way. Learn 6 ways science shows nutrition can help child anxiety.
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Why Your Anxious Child Should Start Journaling and How to Get Them Started Today
Posted on February 23, 2013
Putting a pen to paper can do much more than create a comprehensive grocery list. The practice of journaling can help your anxious child cope with whatever is adding to anxiety. Check out what research has to say about journaling's benefits and find out how to help your anxious child get started with it.
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Cyberbullying and Your Anxious Child: Part 3 of 3
Posted on February 15, 2013
Cell phones, computers and instant messaging can make our lives easier, but they can also make it more dangerous for anxious children who become victims of cyberbullyiing. Check out what parents can do to protect their children in the third part of our bullying series.
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School Bullying and Your Anxious Child: Part 2 of 3
Posted on February 14, 2013
If your anxious child refuses to go to school, you may have a bully to blame. Check out what parents need to know about school bullying in part 2 of our three-part series on bullying and your anxious child.
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Bullying and Your Anxious Child: Part 1 of 3
Posted on February 13, 2013
Anxious children may have it tough on many levels, and one of those levels is the realm of bullying. Our three-part series on bullying and your anxious child may open your eyes as well as provide steps you can take to protect your child from this potentially deadly practice.
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Child Anxiety Signs, Symptoms, and Struggles: When is it Time to Get Your Child Help?
Posted on February 12, 2013
How can parents know how much anxiety is normal in their children-- and what warrants concern? An understanding of the different types of anxiety disorders and their symptoms will help parents recognize when it's time to seek help for their anxious child.
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Using Guided Imagery and Meditation to Help Child Anxiety
Posted on February 11, 2013
Vacations can soothe the body, mind and soul, and meditation-based guided imagery can give you and your anxious child an instant vacation with lasting benefits. Read on to learn more!
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Teaching Your Anxious Child to Calm Themselves with Their Breath
Posted on February 10, 2013
Diaphragmatic breathing, also called "belly breathing," is not some strange or foreign concept. It's the natural way our bodies were meant to breathe and it can do wonders to help your anxious child calm down and eradicate stress. Read more to find out about this awesome tool.
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