Ever feel anxious for no reason? Say yes when you want to say no? Shut down emotionally when things get too real? You might be dealing with unresolved childhood trauma even if you don’t remember anything “big” happening. What Counts as Childhood Trauma? It’s not just abuse. It’s emotional neglect, chaos, criticism, or always having […]
“Why does my child lie all the time?” “Is it normal that my 6-year-old lies constantly?” “How do I deal with a child who lies and steals?” Studies show that by age 4, over 80% of children have lied at least once. By age 6, lying becomes more frequent, not because they’re “bad kids,” but
As a psychologist, one of the most common questions I hear from concerned parents is: “Why doesn’t my child seem to care when they hurt someone?” It’s a heartbreaking worry, and often a silent one. Maybe your child laughs when another kid cries. Maybe they twist the truth without guilt. Or maybe they just never
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You know your child. You’ve seen their moods, habits, and quirks for years. So when something suddenly shift, maybe they’re unusually quiet, constantly in their room, or just off your gut notices. And then the questions start: “Is this just teenage moodiness… or something more?” “Am I overreacting?” “Could they be using drugs or hiding
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“She makes eye contact, so it can’t be autism.” “He talks early—but never answers questions.” “They’re just sensitive, right?” As child psychologists, we hear these comments almost daily from concerned (and confused) parents. The truth is, autism doesn’t always look like the textbook version, especially in toddlers who speak early, smile, or play with others
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Why Can’t My Child Sit Still? If you’ve ever asked that, while watching your toddler bounce from couch to wall to floor, you’re not alone. Many parents chalk it up to high energy or bad behavior. But in some cases, constant movement, impulsivity, or inattention could be early signs of something deeper: ADHD in toddlers
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Why does my child struggle to make friends? Why is it so easy for other kids to connect, but mine always ends up alone? What if they never find their people? If you’ve been asking these questions, you’re not alone. Some kids make friends without even trying. Others really want to connect, but something just
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“I’m bored.” It sounds like a normal thing for a child to say. Most parents hear it daily, especially during weekends, holidays, or quiet evenings. But sometimes, “I’m bored” isn’t about having nothing to do. It’s a softer way of saying something much deeper: “I don’t feel anything.” “I’m overwhelmed.” “I don’t know how to
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I Hear My Child Talking to Themselves, Should I Worry?” It usually starts in the other room. You hear your child muttering something while building with blocks, brushing their teeth, or just walking in circles. You pause and wonder: “Is this normal?” “Is it just imagination?” “Could it be anxiety or worse, something psychological?” As
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