Adolescents and Self-Harm Prevention
Teenagers typically struggle to communicate their feelings when transitioning into adulthood, which can cause confusion and an overabundance of complicated emotions. Adolescents may engage in self-harm when there is no other outlet for their frustration. The most frequent patterns, which indicate that the adolescent is having difficulty coping with intense emotions may include cutting, scratching, burning, and punching. This article explains the signs, causes, methods of prevention, and parental responsibilities around self-harm. Why Do Adolescents Self-Harm? Teenagers who self-harm often do so for a variety of reasons. 1. Lack of Support One of the main difficulties that leads to mental [...]
How To Help Children with ADHD?
Raising a child with ADHD can differ from traditional parenting. Some children with ADHD may find it difficult to follow normal household routines, which in turn, can make parenting a child with ADHD challenging. However, managing a child with ADHD can be easier when certain techniques are applied. In this blog, you will learn about the techniques that encourage normal behavior and help children with ADHD overcome self-doubt. What Is ADHD? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is one of the most common causes of hyperactivity, inattentiveness, and impulsive behavior in children. Attention, behavior, emotion control, and activity regulation may be challenging [...]
Working Through Grief and Loss: Strategies in Learning to Cope
Losing someone is a part of one’s life, yet nothing and no one can prepare you for the pain it can bring. Grieving is a common response to the death of a loved one. However, the process is not the same for everyone. Some people are naturally resilient and can weather storms. Unfortunately, there are some who have a much harder time dealing with it. Grief can take many forms and isn't always brought on by the loss of a loved one. What is grief? A person experiences grief when someone they love dies or is taken from them. Grief [...]
The Impact of COVID-19 on Children and How You Can Help
The past two years have been a challenging time for all of us. We were forced to make significant changes in our lifestyle, something we had not seen before. People lost jobs and loved ones. We had to do most of our tasks indoors. Almost every home was shrouded in fear and hopelessness. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic was not only devastating on adults but on children. It has affected families emotionally, socially, and academically. Children may react differently to stress. It’s important to be aware of your child’s behavior before things go out of hand. Here are some [...]
Techniques to Reduce Stress in Children and Adolescents
The well-being and mental health of children and teenagers can be significantly impacted by changes in emotion and behavior. Taking care of one's mental health is essential since stress and anxiety have a direct impact on a person's family and community. By addressing these concerns, one can improve their relationships with friends, family, and classmates as well as their entire social life. This blog focuses on the symptoms of mental health issues in kids and teens as well as methods you can use to reduce these symptoms. Symptoms of Stress and Depression in Children and Adolescents It's normal, especially for [...]
