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United States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy released a Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Mental Health and Well-Being of Parents, highlighting the urgent need to better support parents, caregivers, and families to help our communities thrive. This Surgeon General’s Advisory Read more >>

When “I’m Fine” Means Something Different

by Amy DiLaura, CHC Marketing Manager “How are you doing?” It’s a common question; one that we often ask out of habit without really expecting someone to answer in a deep way. If a friend tells you they’re fine, Read more >>

Supporting Children and Teens Through the Upcoming Presidential Election

As the 2024 presidential election approaches, political talk is everywhere—on TV, social media, bumper stickers, at the dinner table, in classrooms, and in the background of everyday conversations. If you think your kids aren’t paying attention, think again. Read more >>

Free Activities from Khan Academy Help Kids Learn About Feelings and Emotions

Ease the back-to-school transition with new lessons to help children identify their emotions. Happy or sad? Nervous or excited? Build confidence, self-awareness, and empathy by putting feelings into words. New lessons about BIG feelings Emotions are a big part of Read more >>

Validating Your Child’s Emotions

Emotional validation is recognizing someone else’s feelings or needs without judgment. You don’t have to agree with someone’s perspective to validate their emotions. You just have to show the person that you understand how they could feel the way they… Read more >>

Validation – What It Is and Why It’s Important

Validation is the communication that someone’s experience, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors make sense, even if we don’t agree with it. Read more >>

Teen Not Talking? Here’s How to Break the Silence

Talking to teenagers is difficult for many reasons. Not every conversation is going to be big. But little talks and a lot of short moments can add up to big benefits for your kid’s social and emotional health. Read more >>

Under Pressure: Helping Your Child or Teen Cope with School-Related Stress

Too much stress can take a toll on your child’s or teen’s mental and physical health. Read more >>

Students Experiencing Stress

Teachers are an important part of establishing and maintaining healthy environments for students to learn and grow. Read more >>

How to Help Your Child Learn Healthy Ways to Tolerate Frustration

As a parent, it’s crucial for you to have age-appropriate expectations for tolerating frustration. Children’s abilities develop over time, and younger children are likely to struggle more with frustration than older children. Read more >>

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