Having the last word is a common desire for children and adults alike. For children, it’s often an effort to exert control in a situation where they feel they don’t have control. Parents, however, may see this behavior as defiance or disrespectful. Geoffrey Putt, PsyD, pediatric psychologist at Akron Children’s Hospital, reminds parents that if […]
3 things you can do now to help your child’s mental well-being
As COVID-19 continues to alter everyday routines and social dynamics, studies are finding the mental stress, or feelings of isolation, fear, anxiety and depression, brought on by the pandemic are also impacting the mental well-being of children. The good news is that although we have to wait for a COVID-19 vaccination, we don’t have to […]
