August 11, 2018

Teaching for the Test or Teaching for Real Life?

I have never been good at standardized tests. In fact, I’m horrible.

August 8, 2018

Let’s Talk About “Eighth Grade”

Lots of things crossed my mind as I cringed and smiled my way through Bo Burnham’s amazing new film, Eighth Grade.

August 3, 2018

What If My Child Has An Anxiety Disorder?

Seth just started driving, and he’s actually doing pretty well.  The written test was a breeze, and on the streets around his house he’s relatively comfortable.

July 17, 2018

Advice for Parents on Talking About Tattoos

When it comes to tattoos, it’s always fun, if possible, to inquire.

Last week I saw a snarling demon with drooling teeth moving around on a teenager’s arm.

July 10, 2018

Dyslexia 104: Transitioning from High School to College

This blog is the fourth in a series on dyslexia. Topics previously addressed include Dyslexia 101, understanding treatment, and school accommodation options available.

July 8, 2018

Another Shooting – An Important Moment to Comfort and Talk With Our Kids

Perhaps the hardest, certainly the saddest, and without question the most frustrating thing about sharing this blog post is that we have shared it now

August 8, 2018

Let’s Talk About “Eighth Grade”

Lots of things crossed my mind as I cringed and smiled my way through Bo Burnham’s amazing new film, Eighth Grade.

July 8, 2018

Another Shooting – An Important Moment to Comfort and Talk With Our Kids

Perhaps the hardest, certainly the saddest, and without question the most frustrating thing about sharing this blog post is that we have shared it now

June 18, 2018

Is Our Culture Skeptical of Mental Healthcare Itself?

“Dear Dr. Schlozman: This psychiatry course convinces even the biggest skeptics.”

This comment, entirely well meaning, is also deceptively profound.

May 29, 2018

The Immediacy of Digital Media: For Better or Worse?

It was Patriot’s Day in Massachusetts.

I was meeting with a film maker about a possible collaboration on a documentary. We were interested in the impact of digital media on youth.

May 16, 2018

Shrinking It Down: Kids, Marches, and Media (Season 1, Episode 14)

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September 18, 2013

What If My Child Has Bipolar Disorder?

Here’s a familiar, yet until recently almost–never-talked-about scenario.

Billy is 10 years old.

November 19, 2013

The Pain Of Losing A Pet

“Do you like to see a youngin’ with his dog?” – Lynard Skynard, “All I Can Do Is Write About It”

Patches was a compromise.

I wanted to call her Sherlock.

April 4, 2018

Shrinking It Down: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? (Season 1, Episode 11)

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February 25, 2016

Living With A Chronic Medical Illness

This blog post is part of a series entitled Real Lives, Real Stories: Personal Experiences With Mental Illness.

April 10, 2014

Considerations For Picking Your Child’s Summer Camp

I remember my own summer camp experiences with mixed emotions.

September 10, 2015

Pros And Cons Of A Private Clinic Versus Public School Evaluation

Christopher had a tough third grade year.  He struggled to pay attention, had difficulty reading his assignments, and was never able to finish his homework on time.

June 14, 2018

Shrinking It Down: Our Greatest Strengths (Season 1, Episode 16)

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May 30, 2018

Shrinking It Down: Beyond High School (Season 1, Episode 15)

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May 16, 2018

Shrinking It Down: Kids, Marches, and Media (Season 1, Episode 14)

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May 9, 2018

Greatest Strength: Challenges Met With Courage

This blog post is part of a series entitled Real Lives, Real Stories.

May 2, 2018

Shrinking It Down: Navigating the System (Season 1, Episode 13)

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We’re not going to pretend it isn’t so.