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Addressing Bullying in Kids & Teens

26March2025Alexis SanteeBullying, Kids, Teens, training

Bullying can take on many forms and can happen at any time—whether a child is on the playground or on their smartphone. And, sadly, it’s common: as many as 20% of kids and teens report being bullied, but less than half of the kids who say they’re bullied report it to someone of authority. What’s

Anxiety in Kids and Teens 101

25February2025Alexis SanteeAnxiety, Feelings, Kids, Relationships, Schoolwork, Teens

Experiencing anxiety is a natural part of growing up, and there’s no question that kids and teens face many very real reasons to feel anxious. Typically, they learn to navigate those feelings. But when anxiety persists and becomes seemingly unmanageable, it can impact schoolwork, relationships, and even development. So what should parents, teachers, and other

Understanding ADHD in Kids & Teens

25February2025Alexis SanteeADHD, Behaviors, Kids, Parents, Teens

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in kids and teens. However, it can also affect adults if left undiagnosed or unaddressed. It can have an impact on the emotions and behaviors of children, and it can affect their ability to learn new things. Often children with ADHD are portrayed

What You’ve Always Wanted To Know About ADHD

27January2025Alexis SanteeADHD, Adults, Kids, Mental Health, Stigma

Many kids—and adults—with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, report feeling like it’s hard to stay focused or organized. The inattentiveness, impulsiveness, and nonstop energy of ADHD can impact schoolwork, friendships, jobs, and relationships. With ADHD, it can feel impossible to keep up with others, be on time, and handle small—often boring—details. While it’s a common diagnosis,

Building Confidence in Kids & Teens

27January2025Alexis SanteeConfidence, Kids, Self-Reliance, Teens

We all want to help our kids in every stage of life, whether it’s cutting up food for a toddler or helping a teen navigate college applications. At certain ages, though, children and adolescents should feel confident in their abilities to do some things for themselves. That’s confidence and self-reliance at their core. What skillsets

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