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Managing Family Conflict During Covid

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Since COVID-19, many families have spent more time together. A lot more time.

Talking About ADHD

It’s normal to become distracted or disorganized from time to time. But some kids have more trouble paying attention and staying on track than their peers. In this Parent Strategy Announcement (PSA), Dr. Gene Beresin and Dr.

Social-Emotionally Supporting Your Child In a Pandemic School Year (Canada Talks Sirius XM)

Dr. Gene Beresin joined Matt Gurney on Mornings on Canada Talks, Sirius XM Canada Talks, on Tuesday, September 15, 2020.

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Schools are opening up across Canada and the United States.

Ask Ellen: How to Develop Your Child’s Executive Function Skills

Executive function skills are essential for kids to thrive at school and at home. Planning, staying organized, and managing time are important for academic success and balancing the responsibilities of daily life. But what if your child is struggling with these skills?  

In our latest Ask Ellen Live Q&A, our co-director Dr.

Moving Towards Anti-Racism for Our Future Generations – Shrinking It Down

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If you’re Black or Brown and growing up in America, it’s noticeable from a very young age that something feels off. That’s because, no matter where you go, there is a layered, structural unfairness that plays out.

Ask Ellen: How to Keep The Learning Going This Summer

Summer is often a time when families seek to balance fun and structure. But many are feeling uncertain about what lies ahead due to disruptions to their kids’ school year and changes in their summer plans.

Medications: For Better or Worse? – Shrinking It Down

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Many parents of kids struggling with a mental health issue have concerns – even fears – about medication as a part of treatment. Will it help? Will it hurt? What are the side effects? Today, Dr.

Managing Challenging Behavior in Kids During Stressful Times – Shrinking It Down

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These past months and weeks have put tremendous stress on families across the country, on top of the daily challenges we were already navigating.

Climate Anxiety and Kids – Shrinking It Down

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Many kids are becoming more worried about climate change. Frightening predictions about the future and political inaction can make them feel that the crisis is out of their control.

COVID-19 and College Students, featuring Khadijah Booth Watkins, MD, MPH – Shrinking It Down

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When teens leave home for college, it’s natural for both parents and young adults to adjust to new lifestyles and living apart.