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What Can We Do About Our 3-Year-Old’s Constant Tantrums?

We recently received a question from a parent, wondering whether it’s time to talk to an expert about their 3-year-old’s near-constant temper tantrums. Here’s advice from our child mental health experts.

Should I Be Worried About My Child’s Interest in Death?

One parent wrote to us, wondering whether to worry that their child talks about death and dying. Here’s a response from our child mental health experts.

January 4, 2022

I’m Worried That My Postpartum Depression Negatively Impacted My Children. Any Guidance?

One mother wrote in asking about the potential impact of postpartum depression on her children. Below is her question, and a response from our child mental health experts.

December 28, 2021

My Daughter Tends to Respond Defensively. Any Tips for Better Communication With Her?

One mom wrote in about her teenage daughter’s defensive responses, and how to communicate more productively.

December 21, 2021

Does My Grandson Have Aggressive Tantrums Because He Witnessed Abuse?

One grandparent wrote in wondering if their grandson’s aggressive tantrums could be a result of seeing his mother being abused. Here’s advice from our team of child mental health experts.

December 14, 2021