COVID-19 has taken the world by storm and has disrupted our lives as we knew it. For kids, their activities being cancelled or severely modified, mask wearing and social distancing has left some feeling scared, anxious or at the very least unhappy. Stress and uncertainty can lead to unpleasant effects, such as stigma about certain […]
Meet the Team: pediatric, clinical and neuropsychologists
A child with diabetes may have anxiety but it is not exactly the same anxiety as a child with cancer. A child who is overweight may have self esteem issues but they play out differently than a child with cerebral palsy. And while the parents of children with life-threatening conditions may have much in common, […]
Helping teens tame that negative inner voice
It’s a struggle sometimes to shut down that voice of negativity in your head. Vulnerable teens especially can fall into the trap of seeing everything through a pessimistic lens. But you can help your teen see things differently, said Akron Children’s Hospital psychologist Kevin Triemstra. Reframing negative thinking can have a positive impact on emotional […]
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