The current border crisis where children are being forcibly separated from their parents has many of us wondering about the impact of such a practice. As a child psychologist who…
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This activity developed by Sarah Lane and Josie Bannon in “I’ve Got to Be Perfect” is a great way to challenge yourself to relax and let go of the need…
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Perfectionism means to constantly strive to maintain a standard of perfection i.e., absence of any flaws, mistakes, or defects. Labeling someone as a “perfectionist” can often have negative connotations associated…
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The world of athletics is its own culture. In this culture, perfectionism is deemed a positive attribute to have. These types of athletes are highly motivated, always want to be…
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Students may experience extreme pressure and stress due to the desire to perform well in school and/or with their extracurricular activities. Having high expectations for themselves can be advantageous as…
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Nearly half of all adults experience sleep difficulties on occasion. From falling asleep, to staying asleep, to getting enough sleep, it seems a lot of us are failing to get…
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The funny thing about stress is that everyone experiences it, but few know how to cope with it in a healthy way. Stress can be expected from certain events, even…
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A new baby is an exciting and beautiful addition to a family. In between all of the quiet snuggles and sweet coos, however, there can also be moments of frustration,…
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Behavioral Modification (b-mod) is a common intervention utilized to treat a range of behavioral issues exhibited by children in home and school settings, as well as to shape maladaptive behaviors…
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A big misunderstanding about family behavior plans is that they are punishments for kids. Some kids also worry that family behavior plans mean giving their parents all control or rule…
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