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Website: https://childmind.org/article/how-to-help-a-special-needs-teen-fly-solo/  Writer: Michaela Searfoorce en Español Even though we’ve done it before, I’m starting to feel a familiar pit in my stomach as the big day approaches. My 14-year-old son Jam...

Screen time can be a valuable learning experience if you watch actively together Writer: Juliann Garey Clinical Experts: Matthew H. Rouse, PhD , Catherine Steiner-Adair, EdD What You'll Learn What are the benefits of watching TV with children? How can p...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/10-things-1-autistic-person-wants-you-to-accept/  Writer: Lydia Wayman en Español Lydia Wayman's top wishes for acceptance, no questions asked Lydia Wayman is an autistic author, speaker, blogger, and advocate from ...

Dr. Kimberly Noble on one-on-one time and language development Clinical Expert: Kimberly Noble, MD, PhD Kimberly Noble, MD, PhD, of Columbia University describes an experiment showing that even what we might think of as “educational” programming is no ...

How to prevent (or overcome) problems with gaming Writer: Nancy M. Petry, PhD Clinical Expert: Nancy M. Petry, PhD Key Takeaways Gaming limits should be age-based: 30 minutes for kids under 6, and no more than 60 minutes on school days and 2 hours on w...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/lessons-from-a-life-on-the-spectrum/  Writer: Beth Arky en Español Lynne Soraya distills her Asperger's experience into an advice book for young autistics and their families As the first large wave of autistic child...

Empowering them with information and strategies to protect themselves What You'll Learn What is cyberbullying? What should I do if I find out my child is a victim of cyberbullying? How do I report cyberbullying? Shared in partnership wit...

Understanding the appeal and setting boundaries Writer: Rachel Ehmke Clinical Expert: Dave Anderson, PhD Key Takeaways Fortnite’s combination of social interaction, short rounds, and “near miss” wins creates addictive gameplay that makes kids fear miss...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/how-to-help-kids-stop-bedwetting/  en Español Although wetting the bed or having accidents during the day isn’t uncommon for young children, it can still cause a lot of shame and frustration, particularly when kids ...

Embracing the benefits while building a balance Writer: Katherine Martinelli Clinical Experts: Cynthia Martin, PsyD , Dave Anderson, PhD What You'll Learn What benefits do screens offer for neurodivergent children? What are the risks of screens to neuro...

Website: https://childmind.org/guide/enuresis-bedwetting-quick-guide/  en Español What is enuresis? Enuresis is a disorder that is often called bedwetting. Children with enuresis repeatedly pee in their clothing or bed. This can happen during the day or...

And how to monitor social media use when kids are starting out Writer: Caroline Miller Clinical Experts: Dave Anderson, PhD , Jerry Bubrick, PhD , Max Stossel Key Takeaways Middle school kids want access to social media, but experts suggest waiting unt...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/my-7-year-old-daughter-keeps-wetting-her-pants-at-school-what-should-we-do/  Writer: Laura Kirmayer, PhD, MSW en Español Question My seven-year-old daughter was toilet trained at four, but continues to wet her pants...

How parents can help kids resist the pressure created by artfully curated social media feeds. Writer: Rae Jacobson, MS Clinical Expert: Jill Emanuele, PhD Key Takeaways Social media can fuel self-doubt in teens through exposure to perfect images and ...

Website: https://childmind.org/guide/quick-guide-to-encopresis/  en Español What is encopresis? Encopresis (or soiling) is a disorder in which a child over the age of four repeatedly poops in places other than the toilet, like their underwear or the flo...

How they can exacerbate insecurity, anxiety and depression Writer: Rachel Ehmke Clinical Expert: Alexandra Hamlet, PsyD What You'll Learn Are selfies undermining teenagers’ self-esteem? How can we teach kids to use social media responsibly? How can we ...

Website: https://childmind.org/guide/quick-guide-to-encopresis/  en Español What is encopresis? Encopresis (or soiling) is a disorder in which a child over the age of four repeatedly poops in places other than the toilet, like their underwear or the flo...

Experts say kids are growing up with more anxiety and less self-esteem Writer: Rachel Ehmke Clinical Expert: Catherine Steiner-Adair, EdD Key Takeaways Teens miss out on nonverbal cues and body language online, leading to misunderstandings and hurt fee...

Website: https://childmind.org/article/what-is-encopresis/  Writer: Faith Wilkins en Español For parents, potty training can be a practice in patience. It often involves masterful negotiation, knowing when to celebrate the small victories, and a whole l...

Viewing shows together and discussing content can have big benefits Writer: Juliann Garey Clinical Experts: Catherine Steiner-Adair, EdD , Peter Faustino, PsyD , Matthew H. Rouse, PhD What You'll Learn How will watching TV with my tween or teen help us s...