Gender and Sexuality for the Modern Parent [presentation]
Still stuck in the dinosaur age when thinking and talking about gender, sexuality and identity? Much has changed in our understanding of these concepts. Learn how you can be an ally and advocate for all youth as they navigate their Read more >>
A Father & Son Conversation: Growing Up with ADHD
Hear from the perspective of a personal narrative what it “really” means to live with ADHD. Glen Elliott, PhD, MD, and his son, Mark Elliott, MD, psychiatrist, talk about their personal experience with ADHD and the different types of ADHD, Read more >>
Ask an Expert: Teaching Self-Compassion to Kids [presentation ]
Research indicates that self-compassion is associated with greater emotional resilience, higher self-confidence, more caring behavior, and less reactive anger. Read more >>
Autism & Social Skills [presentation]
We are rarely taught explicit social rules because we are just expected to figure them out. It’s quite complicated and many children on the autism spectrum struggle to navigate their social worlds. In this presentation, learn how to help your Read more >>
Top 5 Strategies All Parents Need to Know to Foster Mental Health [presentation]
It is estimated that 1 in 5 children experience mental health challenges. What can you as a parent do support your child’s mental health? Learn five simple strategies that you can incorporate into your family life to encourage mental wellness Read more >>
All kids have fears. Fears about the current uncertainty we are living with; questions about when they will be able to see their friends again; worrying about if they will get sick, or worse if someone they love will get Read more >>
Responding to Your Child’s Challenging Behavior [presentation]
What do you do when your child’s behavior leaves you feeling frustrated and powerless to respond in a positive way? Sometimes you don’t know the best way to respond to your child’s behavior, whether it’s slamming the door, a blowout, Read more >>
Managing Stress with Mindfulness Strategies [presentation]
Our kids are confronted with demands, full schedules, social pressures and even world events that result in stress. All children respond to stress in different ways – some responses are more productive than others. Discover how you can help your Read more >>
Building Social Skills in Kids with Autism [presentation]
We are rarely taught explicit social rules because we are just expected to figure them out. It’s quite complicated and many children on the Autism Spectrum struggle to navigate their social worlds. Learn the strategies and explicit skills that will Read more >>
A Parent’s Guide to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) [presentation]
DBT is a modified form of cognitive behavioral therapy that utilizes both acceptance and change strategies. This type of therapy is particularly effective in addressing symptoms of emotional dysregulation and related behaviors. Learn more about DBT and DBT strategies that Read more >>
