By Susan Kurlander, M.Ed. My friend, the parent of a first grader, knew what to expect when she attended an IEP (Individualized Education Program) meeting at her daughter’s school. A team of school staff would discuss her daughter’s progress and update her on any additional plans. What she wasn’t expecting…Read More
By Beth Land Hecht, LCSW-C Recently, I did something I never thought possible. My husband and I took a week-long vacation without our adult children. The weather was amazing, and the beach was beautiful. The trip was nothing short of spectacular, not just because of our destination or our travel…Read More
By Shula Levin, LMSW Last week, I was aimlessly scrolling through Facebook when I came across a post by an acquaintance of mine. The post was a picture of her cuddling her 18-month-old, accompanied by the caption: “My poor baby is sick today. Thank God I’m able to work from…Read More
By Stacey Meadows, LCSW-C Anxiety. Just the word itself can be, well…anxiety producing! While it may be hard to define, we have all come to recognize the feeling of anxiety when we experience it — nervously prepping for a big interview, sweating in anticipation of a difficult conversation, pacing while…Read More
By Jennifer Rudo As a mother of two teenagers, I worry how smart phone addiction can impact their relationships and mental health. No matter the day, the week or the season, their phones are always front and center. When we open Chanukah gifts, they’re taking pictures of their presents and…Read More
By Tikvah Womack Warning — you are about to read yet another tip for potty-training your child. If it’s not one expert telling you to let your toddler run around with nothing on their bottom, it’s another one saying to be patient and follow your child’s lead — they will…Read More
By Amy Meyers Steinberg It seems like just yesterday I wrote about letting go when my then 14-year old was heading off to Israel with her 8th grade class. Fast forward as she turns 16 and is now starting Driver’s Ed {gulp}. My daughter cannot wait to get behind the…Read More
By Debra K. Waranch, LCSW-C (Repost, August 2016) As parents, there’s no limit to the amount of worrying we put ourselves through. As the school year begins and students transition back into the classroom, parents express concern for their children on all different levels. Generally: Will my child do…Read More
By Jacki Post Ashkin, LCSW-C So, your child is entering his senior year in high school. Top dog. Big man on campus. The finish line is in sight. Congratulations! Now hold on to your proverbial hat. This year is a roller coaster ride of milestones, deadlines and transitions that will…Read More
By Rachael Abrams, LCSW-C (Repost, August 2014) I’m enjoying the laid back hazy days of summer as much as I possibly can, savoring every minute of sunshine that comes my way. But I know what is lurking out there in the humid shadows. The back to school circulars have already…Read More
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