Building Toddler Vocabulary Through Gestures
March 22, 2019
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- Children who enter kindergarten with a bigger vocabulary tend to do better throughout their entire school career.
- In addition to reading and talking to your child, gesturing also helps build a child's vocabulary.
- Gestures are an important precursor to talking and help toddlers form connections.
Child Bribes vs. Rewards
March 14, 2019
Article at a Glance
- Bribes teach children that they will be rewarded for acting out.
- Rewards provide a well thought through incentive for doing a good job.
- Rewards should be used to develop positive habits instead of dependence on the reward.
Raising Bully-Proofed Kids
March 12, 2019
Article at a Glance
- Victims of bullying can suffer from health and mental health problems like headaches, sleeping problems, depression, anxiety, and even thoughts of suicide.
- Those who are most likely to be bullied include children with an autism spectrum disorder, a food allergy, or who are perceived as different or weaker than their peers.
- Parents can help their children by teaching them how to avoid becoming a target, how to stick up for themselves and others, and how to develop a strong sense of self.
My Teen is Having Suicidal Thoughts – What Do I Do?
February 22, 2019
Article at a Glance
- Suicide isn’t usually caused by a single factor, but many.
- Abuse, life changes, and social pressure are all risk factors even for healthy kids.
- Many signs of depression are easy to write off as moodiness.
Teen Suicide: Recognizing the Warning Signs
February 17, 2019
Article at a Glance
- Suicide isn’t usually caused by a single factor, but many.
- Abuse, life changes, and social pressure are all risk factors even for healthy kids.
- Many signs of depression are easy to write off as moodiness.
Teen Suicide: Risks and Realities
February 6, 2019
Article at a Glance
- Suicide isn’t usually caused by a single factor, but many.
- Abuse, life changes, and social pressure are all risk factors even for healthy kids.
- Many signs of depression are easy to write off as moodiness.
Dealing with a Defiant Toddler
January 26, 2019
Article at a glance:
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder is one of a group of externalizing disorders which include maladaptive behaviors.
- It is normal for children to become oppositional at certain ages.
- If you are struggling with a child who is aggressive, argumentative, or defiant, there are things you can do to improve the situation.
10 Flu Prevention Tips
January 4, 2019
Article at a Glance
- The flu is highly contagious and can be dangerous.
- Flu prevention protects you, your family, and those too vulnerable for vaccination.
- Flu shots are essential, but only one of a series of steps you can take to protect yourself.
How can I help my child with their weight?
December 18, 2018
Article at a Glance
- Childhood obesity has become a widespread problem in the U.S.
- Methods of dealing with obesity vary by age, but all require active parental engagement.
- Support from a healthcare professional is vital at every stage..
8 Ways to Tame the Screen Time Beast
December 4, 2018
Article at a Glance
- Too much screen time has been linked to numerous wide-ranging side effects.
- Setting time limits and monitoring them isn't easy—even with devices made to assist. Instead, try practical limits.
- When breaking a habit, it helps to fill the void with positive things like sports, books and physical play.
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