As the new Post-Doctoral Resident at the APACenter, I cannot help but think of how much my education has impacted my sense of well-being. When […]
Intervention Recommendation Overload?
Our present interconnected world offers so many sources that individuals often feel as if they are suffering from intervention recommendation overload. When feeling overwhelmed by […]
School Struggles: Does Your Child Need Additional Support?
Warning Signs of School Struggles The fall is underway and grades are in. Is your child is struggling with school? Since initial grading periods have […]
Supplemental and Alternative ADHD Interventions
Popular supplemental and alternative ADHD interventions include removing certain foods from an individual’s diet or adding vitamins/supplements and other foods. Some of these methods may […]
Children Should Move In Class
Children should move in class because movement can promote focus and learning. Several studies have shown that physical activity enhances brain functioning. Yet, most of the school […]
The Dangers of Overparenting
Although it is clear that parents who are involved in their children’s education contribute to their well-being and success, overparenting can do more harm than […]
Enhancing Parent and Teacher Collaboration
As we start a new school year, building a positive relationship with your children’s teachers is an essential component for success. Research shows that when […]
Is Helicopter Parenting Holding Kids Back?
A recent article published by Slate brings attention to the possible negative impact of being too invested and involved in our children’s lives and success, […]
The School Year Wrap-Up
Before the school year becomes a distant, faded memory, it can be helpful to sit down with your son or daughter to do a positive […]
Combating Test Anxiety Part II
As I discussed in my last blog, the experience of test anxiety is unfortunately quite common. Although some anxiety before a test is normal and […]