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Free Webinar this Thursday, Oct. 3 at noon from licensed psychologist and Groves board member Dr. Kathryn Hecht, PhD. Click to register: https://lnkd.in/gn8xeKGX Dr. Hecht provides an overview of key principles and strategies that parents, school staff, and other caring adults can use to support anxious youth during the school day as well as in other situations that are novel, uncertain, or otherwise stressful. Topics include the difference between anxiety and stress, ways that anxiety can be adaptive in youth, why providing reassurance may make things worse rather than better, and what adults can do at home and at school to increase confidence and bravery in the face of difficult things. Please note - this webinar will not be recorded.

All children get overwhelmed sometimes. Here are some great tips from the Child Mind Institute for helping them in these moments.

We get it. Sifting through endless generic articles online, desperately searching for something, anything, that truly resonates with your experience as a parent of a child with Conduct Disorder... it's exhausting. 😩 That's why we created our Library. 📚 Here, you won't find clinical jargon or textbook theories. Instead, discover a treasure trove of articles written by parents who have walked a mile in your shoes. 👣 They share their real-life stories, hard-won wisdom, and practical strategies for navigating the unique challenges of CD. Knowledge is power, and we believe in empowering you with the information you actually need. 💪 Plus, have a specific topic you'd like to explore further? Submit your request through our easy-to-use Topic Request form. We're here to listen and provide the resources you need. 💙 https://lnkd.in/gcyCHnDM #conductdisorder #conductdisordersupport #parenting #parentingtips #specialneedsparenting #mentalhealth #childmentalhealth #behaviormanagement #positivediscipline #parentingchallenges #parentingcommunity #family #support #resources #youarenotalone #parentingachildwithcd #resourcesforparents

𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐝, 𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬. The pic is of a matrix I am developing entitled ‘𝐈𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐬 – 𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐝’ – and wondering what the Linkedin community thought of the concept; or whether the matrix can add any value in distinguishing between good or bad ideas? And, is there anything else like this to distinguish between good or bad ideas? 𝐒𝐨 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤? Let’s say you are a head teacher of a school and you 𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑛𝑑 𝑔𝑜𝑜𝑑 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑙𝑡ℎ for children. But you force-feed them fruit. Then despite your intentions being good, it is invalidated by the act of force-feeding. 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐜𝐭 𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐛𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝. Thoughts?

As children, many of us believed we could take away the pain and suffering of our parents. This adaptive response is a testament to the incredible resilience and empathy that children naturally possess. Here’s why this happens: Survival Instinct: Children depend on their caregivers for safety and security. Believing they can alleviate their parents' pain helps them feel more in control in a world where they have little power. Empathy in Action: Kids are highly sensitive to their parents' emotions. Their innate empathy drives them to offer comfort and support, even if it means taking on more than they should. Learned Patterns: Growing up in challenging environments teaches children to prioritize others' needs over their own. This self-sacrifice often becomes a way to cope with stress and maintain harmony at home. While this response showcases a child's deep compassion, it's important to recognize and nurture their own needs and emotions too. Healing starts with understanding and acknowledging these early adaptive behaviors. Let’s honor the resilience of our inner child and create space for their healing. #embodiedwellnesstherapy #traumatherapy #complexptsd #somatictherapy #ptsdtherapy #ptsdtreatment

As children, many of us believed we could take away the pain and suffering of our parents. This adaptive response is a testament to the incredible resilience and empathy that children naturally possess. Here’s why this happens: Survival Instinct: Children depend on their caregivers for safety and security. Believing they can alleviate their parents' pain helps them feel more in control in a world where they have little power. Empathy in Action: Kids are highly sensitive to their parents' emotions. Their innate empathy drives them to offer comfort and support, even if it means taking on more than they should. Learned Patterns: Growing up in challenging environments teaches children to prioritize others' needs over their own. This self-sacrifice often becomes a way to cope with stress and maintain harmony at home. While this response showcases a child's deep compassion, it's important to recognize and nurture their own needs and emotions too. Healing starts with understanding and acknowledging these early adaptive behaviors. Let’s honor the resilience of our inner child and create space for their healing. #embodiedwellnesstherapy #traumatherapy #complexptsd #somatictherapy #ptsdtherapy #ptsdtreatment

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Crystal healing is a very safe form of holistic therapy that can even be used by children. Here's how to use crystals with your kids👇https://ow.ly/oqE350TOj3k

Blog Alert: Setting Healthy Boundaries: A Texas Therapist's Guide for Parents of Teens Navigating the ups and downs of adolescence can be challenging for both parents and teens. Establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries is essential for fostering a secure and supportive environment during this transformative phase. https://lnkd.in/eM-xUnZM

Parents of neurodivergent children are messy AND unstoppable because… Ever feel like the mess never ends, but somehow you keep going? 💥Being a parent to a neurodivergent child is not for the faint of heart. It’s full of highs, lows, and everything in between—but that’s exactly what makes us unstoppable.✨ We don’t shy away from the mess. We embrace the chaos, the unpredictability, and the constant learning curves—because our love and dedication fuel us to keep moving forward. 💪 Sure, it’s not always pretty, and there’s no perfect manual. But that doesn’t stop us from advocating fiercely for our kids, showing up with resilience, and doing whatever it takes to support them in being their true selves. 🙌 Because they are perfect just as they are. So yes, we might be a little messy, but we are unstoppable. And that’s our superpower. 💥 Let’s celebrate the unstoppable parents who keep going every single day, despite the challenges. Tag someone who inspires you to keep going!👇 ✨ If you're ready to bring a little more calm to the chaos and take care of yourself, download my free guidebook, Calm the Chaos: A Self-Care Guide for Moms of Neurodivergent Kids, and start creating the balance you deserve. 💖 Click the link in the comments to get your copy! #NeurodivergentParenting #UnstoppableParents #EmbraceTheMess #CalmTheChaos #AdvocacyMatters #ResilientFamilies