by Dara Thorner, Psy.D, Georgetown Psychology Associates Everyone experiences anxiety at some point or another, some more frequently and more intensely than others. When we are in an anxious state, we are simply experiencing the biological consequences of our brains communicating to our bodies that there is a possible danger, and that we need to […]
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by Dr. Lisa Lenhart, Ph.D.; Child Psychologisthttp://llenhartphd.webs.com/ Mindfulness is one of the new concepts that is being used in a variety of contexts, including in schools with children. Many people recognize mindfulness as originating with meditation, creating a calm and balanced inner world, and focusing on the creation of greater awareness of what we are
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by Dr. Lisa Lenhart, Ph.D.; Child Psychologisthttp://llenhartphd.webs.com/ Navigating the complexities of social relationships has always been difficult, but never more so than in today’s more complicated society in which families often move, children are involved in multiple activities, and free time is at a premium. Children who have a harder time developing friendships are at
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by Dr. Lisa Lenhart, Ph.D.; Child Psychologisthttp://llenhartphd.webs.com/ Kids like to be active- but with colder weather, darkness coming earlier, and fewer outdoor activities, it is easy to slide into the slump of winter blues. Exercising and being active are key components for both physical health and for emotional health. Helping kids find ways to continue
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Children’s Mental Health Week is a time to reflect on children’s ability to know their feelings.
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