Behavior
“Is it normal?” As parents, we’ve asked that question about our child’s behavior countless times. (Hint: Most of the time, it’s normal.) But just because a child’s behavior is normal doesn’t mean it doesn’t need to be addressed, whether it’s separation anxiety on the first day of school or potty-training regression. How do you handle these typical behaviors, and how do you know when developmentally normal conduct veers into something that may require professional help?
Check out articles written by pros and parents alike, along with our many videos on behavior: Chicago experts lead you through common issues like separation anxiety, potty-training and bullying, and offer strategies on how to manage them. And when you need quick reassurances and resources, our discussion forum has your back.
Discussions
My ADHD kid keeps loosing weight while on his meds. He was never big to begin with but now he's crazy skinny kid (he's also off the charts for height). Any tips for getting your ADHD kid to gain weight? ...
Recently learned about bad working out in the morning is for people’s spines so trying to move my workouts midday. Anyone have any tips on quick ways to freshen up since showering midday isn’t in the cards during my workday? ...
I love my kid, adore them in fact, but............ay! Senior year! Evidently this is the year to do ALL the naughty things, ignore ALL the parental advice, have ALL the attitude, and drive their parent crazy! I tell myself that this is necessary so that when they go away to college this Au...
If so what did u do? ...
Our 4 year old was recently diagnosed with ADHD and provisional diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (through a full neuropsych assessment). Our neuropsych report including a few parent coaching resources, including “Alternative Teaching” (https://www.alternativeteaching.org) ...
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