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5 Proven Ways to Build Resilience Emotional Intelligence in Students

5 Proven Ways to Build Resilience and Emotional Intelligence in Students

by Randy Withers, LCMHC
October 27, 2022

Often, developing emotional intelligence in students requires a holistic approach. In this article, we discuss 5 ways to incorporate EI in the classroom.

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This Is What Parents Need To Know About Teens and Eating Disorders

This Is What Parents Need To Know About Teens and Eating Disorders

by Randy Withers, LCMHC
November 29, 2021

Eating disorders in teens are far more common than you might think. Parents need to know what they are, how to spot them, and where

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12 Overlooked Signs of Mental Health Conditions in Children

12 Signs of Mental Health Conditions in Children Parents Often Miss

by Ginger Abbott
October 7, 2021

Learning about and recognizing the signs of mental health conditions in children is one of the best ways to ensure a healthy and happy childhood

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Teen Depression What Parents Need to Know and How to Help

7 Myths About Teen Depression (And The Truth Parents Need to Know)

by Randy Withers, LCMHC
February 27, 2021

Depression in teenagers is often difficult to spot. Parents need to know both the myths and the facts about teen depression if they want to

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What Should I Do If My Teen is Doing Drugs

What To Do If Your Teen is Using Drugs: 7 Tips For Parents

by Randy Withers, LCMHC
February 18, 2021

Teenage substance abuse is a problem all parents need to be prepared to address. In this post, we'll talk about 7 things concerned parents can

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5 Toxic Parenting Behaviors (That Are Borderline Criminal)

5 Toxic Parenting Behaviors (That Are Borderline Criminal)

by Randy Withers, LCMHC
January 1, 2021

There is a direct relationship between childhood mental illness and toxic parenting behaviors. Here are 5 examples of parenting so bad they should be illegal.

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5 Ways Parents Can Raise Emotionally Intelligent Kids

by Cristin Howard
September 6, 2020

Emotionally intelligent kids are not just smart. They are smart about feelings, both theirs and others. Here's how parents can teach them to be that

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Why DMDD in Children Is Often Misdiagnosed as Bipolar Disorder

Why DMDD Is Often Misdiagnosed as Bipolar Disorder in Children

by Randy Withers, LCMHC
June 27, 2020

DMDD in children can be misdiagnosed as bipolar disorder. Here’s the difference between the two diagnoses and what symptoms differentiate the two.

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Does Bad Parenting Create Juvenile Delinquents

Does Bad Parenting Create Juvenile Delinquents? Research Says Yes

by Randy Withers, LCMHC
May 13, 2020

Have you ever wondered why some children grow into adult criminals? Do you think that schools are responsible, or communities, or churches? Can bad parenting

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