There are three principles that can help us understand human development. First, we are a species primed for survival. We seek to protect...

When we hear the term " narcissism ", we tend to think "self-centered, manipulative, deceitful, and conniving". While " narcissistic...

It can be helpful to think of the brain as made up of two different and equally important parts. The downstairs brain includes the...

What we know is that children need help - especially children who struggle with social, emotional, and learning differences. So why is it...

Parents are faced with many difficult decisions throughout the course of parenting. This is especially true for parents with children who...

There are different types of support available to people struggling with mental health challenges. The type of support you seek out will...

What is a Lie? Put simply, it is when someone hides the truth and gives a false statement. Children tell lies (or non-truths) for a...

Childhood is referred to as a "critical" or "sensitive" period of development. This is because the experiences that children are exposed...

What are Psychologists? Psychologists are regulated mental health professionals who specialize in mental health assessment, diagnosis,...

When children are in their optimal state - calm alertness - we say that they are within their "window of tolerance." Children are feeling...

There is an excellent article explaining how anxiety and ADHD overlap in terms of symptoms. It explains how they can look the same and...

Parents have a natural inclination to take care of, protect, and nurture their children. When you see your child overwhelmed with...

Children who struggle with executive functioning have difficulty managing their emotions, resisting their impulses, and keeping...

When children consistently fail to meet our expectations, it is tempting to label them as oppositional, defiant, manipulative, and/or...

Seeking a qualified professional Once you decide to seek additional support for your child, it’s important that you find someone who is...

Children struggle when they are expected to do something that they don’t have the skills to efficiently master on their own. When the...

As parents, we all strive to do the best we can for our child. Despite our best intentions, our efforts may fall short if we don’t know...