by GalenMH | Nov 22, 2016 | General
While we tend to think of childhood as a carefree time of life, the fact is that many children suffer from mental conditions and disorders, just the same as adults. Among other things, children’s mental health concerns can include emotional, behavioral, and...
by GalenMH | Sep 9, 2016 | General
In today’s world, around 85 percent of children and adolescents have some type of game console, cell phone, computer, or tablet. Often, these kids use these devices in their bedrooms away from the family living area, and studies have found that nearly twenty percent...
by GalenMH | Aug 18, 2016 | General
Going through a divorce is stressful enough for the couple involved, but when children are added to the mix, it can bring a youngster’s fears to the forefront and trigger a cycle of child anxiety. The youth suddenly finds his or her world fracturing apart as the...
by GalenMH | Aug 16, 2016 | General
In this day and age in which the media has exposed the epidemic of childhood obesity and associated diabetes, it is impossible for parents to not be more attuned to this issue with their children. For better and worse, we have access to data, research and information...
by GalenMH | Aug 15, 2016 | General
The summer is waning – it’s almost time for autumn to roll around again, which means school will be starting soon. While most children look forward to this time so they can see their friends and enjoy various school activities, this can be a period of major...
by GalenMH | Apr 10, 2016 | General
These days, children often have stressors that come at them from all directions. Schools are sending more homework and projects home with children, kids are busy after school with extra-curricular sports and activities, and there are video games, social media, and...
