by Tanni Haas, Ph.D. You’ve gone online, asked everyone you know for recommendations, and otherwise searched for sleepaway camps for your kids. How do you find the one that’s just right for them? When you’ve narrowed down the options to a handful or less, it’s time to...
Tanni Haas, Ph.D. Q. My children are ages 9 and 11 and they have several friends who have gone to overnight camps. My children seem interested but neither my husband or myself ever attended overnight camp when we were kids. I am wondering if this is something I should...
When it comes to the flu vaccine, there are some prevailing myths and misconceptions. However, research shows that not only does the flu vaccine reduce flu illnesses overall, vaccinated children who do get sick tend to have milder symptoms and have a lower risk of flu...
My teenage daughter always seems stressed and/or anxious about one thing or another – especially school – and she is not sleeping well. What can I do to help her? A certain level of stress is normal. Positive stress or anxiety responses from events...
By Sunshine Turner Do you ever find yourself asking, how in the world will I make it through my child’s teen years? Are my teenager’s behaviors normal? If so, you are not alone. A basic understanding and awareness of what “normal” challenging teenage...
Q: My son is 4 years old and seems to stammer and stutter. I am not sure if he is just excited/anxious or if there is a more serious issue going on. Should I be concerned if my child is stuttering? At what point should I seek help? ~ Stephanie, Phoenix A: As children...
