Constant nightmares… is that normal for a 6y old?
Bad dreams can wreak havoc in any family home, especially when it involves your child ending up in your bed instead of their own. I can imagine how incredibly difficult it must be
I hear deep breathing works but my child hates it. What can I do – anything?
Sometimes breathing does make anxiety worse. And here is why: you are telling the amygdala “no – I’m not going to run. I am going to take a few deep breaths.” So the tr
I think I have social anxiety. But how do I know if it’s just anxiety?
Social anxiety is different from general anxiety in that it relates more to a feeling of being judged by others vs general worries and fears about life in general. If you struggle
Are there better or worse exercises for anxiety/mild depression?
Intense exercise and restorative exercise: it’s always a balance. Remember, your body is always working towards being in balance. If you are already in a primed-for-action state
Has anyone else found relief from anxiety in changing the way they eat?
I’m not going to tell you that wholefoods are good for you or that you should eat a well balanced diet. You already know so much about that. Instead, I want to encourage you to h
How do I help my teen handle all of this, for the 3rd year?
Your teen is fiery and angry. This is the third year of disrupted schooling for them. So it’s expected that they are angry. It’s even appropriate that they feel the way they do
