At home, Ella is a talkative and fun-loving toddler. She is a chatterbox with her father, her sister, and me. But when we leave the house, she avoids interacting with [...]

Sure, you could be more on top of things, plan more activities and play dates, and be more engaging and fun. But we as parents can only do our best [...]

Now that the school year has started and students are settling into their new classrooms, parent-teacher conferences are right around the corner. Parent-teacher conferences can be a good opportunity for [...]

“My son, Alex, has been afraid of bugs for as long as I can remember. Lately, it seems like this is all that he is able to think about. His [...]

A small argument has become a full-scale blowout. Again. Imagine that you, as many parents do, have just asked your child to clean his or her room. Your child ignores [...]

Homework may be a source of anxiety for both children and for their parents. Oftentimes, parents wonder how to be involved and make sure work gets done while still allowing [...]

With the ever-increasing trend towards specialization in medical education, all patients with chronic conditions have felt the frustration of never-ending doctor’s appointments. While, as a patient, you most likely understand [...]

Jacob is a 13-year-old 7th grader. He loves to skateboard and hang out with his friends. Even though he is bright and hardworking, his performance at school is significantly affected [...]

As the holiday season approaches, families are looking forward to celebrating traditions, taking a much-needed break from work and school, and reuniting with loved ones. The holidays can often be [...]