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Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) in Teens
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is often difficult to understand, especially when it affects teenagers who are still learning to manage overwhelming emotions. One of the most painful struggles linked with BPD is an intense fear of abandonment. These feelings can...
Helping Children and Teens Stay Grounded During Stressful Times
When life feels uncertain, children notice quickly. Even if they cannot name what they are experiencing, they pay attention to the energy, words, and habits of the adults around them. Caregivers who project steadiness provide a sense of safety that children can rely...
Eating Disorders and Body Dysmorphia in Children and Teens
In a world flooded with social media and constant comparisons, children and teens are increasingly struggling with their body image. For parents, it can be hard to tell when typical self-consciousness becomes something more serious. Body dysmorphia are affecting young...
Ask the Expert: How Time Changes Affect Children
Time change can be a challenge, throwing off routines and schedules. We asked the experts at The Children’s Center for Psychiatry, Psychology, & Related Services for their tips on easing this transition. Q1: Why do time changes affect kids so much? Children...
ADHD and Executive Dysfunction in Children
Parenting a child or teen with ADHD can feel like navigating a road full of unexpected twists and turns. Executive dysfunction often comes along with ADHD, creating challenges in organization, planning, and self-control that impact both home and school life. If you...
OCD and Anxiety in Children
As parents and caregivers, we’ve all watched our children worry at times. But when worry grows into something bigger, it can be confusing and overwhelming. Right now, many families are noticing heightened anxiety and obsessive behaviors in their kids due to ongoing...