When children are struggling with emotional, behavioral and learning challenges, teachers are often the first ones to detect a problem. The Child Mind Institute is committed to helping educators identify and respond effectively to children with signs of a mental health or learning disorder. And since behavioral issues can disrupt learning for the whole class, we offer strategies that have been shown to help kids behave successfully — making the learning environment better for everyone.

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Child Mind Institute Stories: Jackie

“Something went off in my head. I ran out. I wasn’t breathing. I didn’t know why it was happening.”

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Learning and Development Disorders

Recognizing Learning Disorders in the Classroom

Disorders in the Classroom, Learning, School,

ADHD

What’s ADHD (and What’s Not) in the Classroom

Attention, Disorders in the Classroom, School,

Anxiety

Anxiety in the Classroom

Anxiety Disorders, Disorders in the Classroom, Managing Disruptive Behavior, School,

OCD: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders

How Teachers Can Help Kids With OCD

Disorders in the Classroom, School,

Managing Disruptive Behavior

Breaking the Behavior Code

Behavior Problems, School,

Managing Disruptive Behavior

Improving Behavior in the Classroom

Specialists

School Psychologists: Breaking Down Barriers to Learning

Learning, School,

Mindfulness

Mindfulness in the Classroom

Behavior Problems, Managing Disruptive Behavior, School, Stress and Resilience,

OCD: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders

What Does OCD Look Like in the Classroom?

Anxiety, Disorders in the Classroom, Learning, School,

OCD: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders

What Teachers Should Know About OCD

Disorders in the Classroom, School,

Trauma and Grief

Going Back to School After a Tragedy

Responding to Traumatic Events, Stress and Resilience, Trauma and Stress Related Disorders,

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Learning and Behavior Issues

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