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A little boy sits on stairs looking at a smart phone

April 19, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Grooming is a manipulative behavior used by abusers to build a close connection with their victims. Learn how to recognize the warning signs and get help.

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Abuse Behaviors Children

Play therapy: Types and techniques

April 17, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Play therapy helps children express themselves and solve problems while in a safe and supportive environment. Learn more about what it can treat.

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Children Play Therapy Types of Therapy

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Self-regulation techniques for adults and kids

April 15, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Self-regulation is the ability to observe, manage, and adapt our emotions and behaviors to suit different situations. Start learning these skills today.

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Anxiety Children Mindfulness Parents Self-Development Self-Regulation Stress Stress Management

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Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD): Symptoms, types, and treatment

April 15, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

ODD is a childhood behavior disorder characterized by defiance, anger, and hostility. Learn how to recognize the symptoms and reach out for help.

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Anger Behavior Disorder Behaviors Children Disorders Oppositional Defiant Disorder Teens

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Anxiety in children

April 11, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Some fears are a normal part of growing up, but kids with intense or frequent anxiety may need extra support. Here’s what to look for and how to get help.

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Anxiety Children

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Child life specialists: What they do and how they can help

April 11, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Find out what child life specialists do and how they can help support kids and families in potentially stressful medical settings.

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Children Family Parents

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Ask a Therapist: Parenting hacks

March 6, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team | Featuring Janine Halloran, LMHC, and Kate Sample, LPC

Join host Amye Archer and parenting experts Janine Halloran and Kate Sample for advice on blending families, helping kids make new friends, and more.

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Ask a Therapist Children Family Parents Social Media Teens

Forgetting details from childhood is a normal part of aging, but trauma we experienced as children may impact our memories more deeply.

Childhood trauma and repressed memories

February 13, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Forgetting details from childhood is a normal part of aging, but trauma we experienced as children may impact our memories more deeply.

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Children PTSD Trauma

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Bullying and mental health

January 30, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Bullying can have negative effects on the mental health of victims and bullies. Learn what to do if you’ve experienced or witnessed this type of abuse.

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Anger Bullying Children

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Advocating for your K-12 child with disabilities

November 30, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Sharon Saline, PsyD

Many school districts offer resources for K-12 kids with disabilities. Learn more about the kinds of support that may be available to your family.

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Children Disabilities Education Family Parents School Self-Advocacy Teens

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