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My Child Has ADHD and Has Gained Weight. How Can I Support Them?

If your child has ADHD and has gained weight, you may be wondering how to help them. This article aims to clarify how ADHD can impact weight, and what you can do to support your child’s health.

February 8, 2023

Should I Worry About My 5-Year-Old’s Tantrums?

Tantrums can be concerning for both kids and for adults! In this post, you’ll learn about 5-year-old tantrums from our team of child mental health experts - and when to worry.

January 18, 2023

My Daughter Has Tantrums When I Return to Work. What Can I Do?

One mom recently shared that her daughter has tantrums when she returns to work. Her daughter also is expressing sibling rivalry when mom is at home. Here’s advice from our team of child mental health professionals.

January 2, 2023

A Student Is Acting Out. As a Teacher, What Can I Do?

An educator shared concerns about a kindergarten student who recently began acting out - leaving the classroom and destroying property - while saying he misses mommy. Here’s our advice.

December 26, 2022

I’m 13 and Can’t Stop Thinking about Death. Can You Help?

One teenager shared her fears about death and dying. Our team of child mental health experts shared their tips for how to cope with these thoughts and worries.

December 19, 2022

Ask a Child Psychologist

common questions asked by parents

My Child Has ADHD and Has Gained Weight. How Can I Support Them?

Should I Worry About My 5-Year-Old’s Tantrums?

My Daughter Has Tantrums When I Return to Work. What Can I Do?

A Student Is Acting Out. As a Teacher, What Can I Do?

I’m 13 and Can’t Stop Thinking about Death. Can You Help?

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