Cultivating Kids’ Social Skills while Social Distancing

Are you concerned about the impact of the pandemic on your child’s social skills? It’s been months since children and teens have been in school in-person. With the new year approaching and many schools opting for hybrid or remote learning, kids will not experience the same amount of in-person interactions as they did during this time last year. It’s understandably troubling for parents who want to ensure that their children develop proper social skills for a healthy life ahead. Don’t worry—kids and teens continue to have opportunities to cultivate their social skills while social distancing! Help your child make the most of this time by taking an encouraging, purposeful approach with their social interactions. Here are some strategies to get you started…

Social isolation, Adolescence, Action stepsEmily ZemanAugust 30, 2020social skills, social distancing, teens, children, parenting, interpersonal effectiveness

3 Tips to Tell the Difference Between Typical and Unhealthy Teen Behavior

It is sometimes difficult to distinguish normal adolescent mood shifts, reactions or rebellion from verifiable symptoms of depression, as they often mimic each other.

Read more for three quick ways to tell the difference...

Adolescence, Behavioral issues, Helpful tips, Parenting Techniques, Social isolation, Teenagers, DepressionDanna Markson, LCSWOctober 1, 2017Depression, Mood disorder, teenagers, signs and symptoms, mindset, self-care, mental health

3 Ways to Distinguish Unhealthy vs. Healthy Teen Behavior

It is sometimes difficult to distinguish normal adolescent mood shifts, reactions or rebellion from verifiable symptoms of depression, as they often mimic each other.

Read on for three quick ways to tell the difference...

Adolescence, Behavioral issues, Helpful tips, Parenting Techniques, Social isolation, Teenagers, DepressionDanna Markson, LCSWApril 17, 2017Depression, Mood disorder, teenagers, signs and symptoms, mindset, self care, mental health

How to Understand Gender Identity

For some people who don’t connect with the gender that has been assigned to them at birth, the daily struggle can be very profound. Gender fluidity is a term used to describe gender identity that is a dynamic mix of boy and girl, the two traditional genders.

Read on for some helpful terminology to help you understand gender identity...

Helpful tips, Social isolation, Teenagers, Gender Identity, Gender FluidityTessa Vining, LCSW, LCADCApril 3, 2017Gender Fluidity, gender identity, teen relationships, isolation, education, gender roles, sex, support

Social Media and Loneliness

In today’s society, we have the world at our fingertips, literally. At any moment we can go on social media and see what our favorite celebrities are doing, what our co-workers are eating and where our friends are traveling. It can be exciting and fun to take a peek into others’ lives. It can also create a sense of confusion and loneliness, particularly if we aren't living the 'exciting' lives we are seeing on social media. Read more about social media "depression" here....

Improving your Mood, Adolescence, Teenagers, Social isolationBrittany Ruane, LCSWJune 14, 2016depression, social media, loneliness

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