Mood Disorders and Teenage Girls
Why they are more vulnerable than boys, and what signs and symptoms you should look for
How Can We Help Kids With Self-Regulation?
Some kids need help learning to control their emotions, and resist impulsive behavior
44 Children’s Books About Mental Health
Best books for helping kids understand emotional and learning challenges
Mood Disorders Center
The Mood Disorders Center at the Child Mind Institute offers cutting edge, tailored treatment services for children and adolescents suffering from mood disorders and related concerns, including depressive disorders, bipolar disorder, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, suicidality and self-harm, and emotional dysregulation.
Learning and Development Disorders
Understanding Dyslexia
Know the signs and how to help kids with the most common learning disability
How Using Social Media Affects Teenagers
Experts say kids are growing up with more anxiety and less self-esteem
Parenting a Depressed Teenager
Start by listening without judgment, not trying to 'fix' her
Learning and Development Disorders
Inside an Evaluation for Learning Disorders
How clinicians evaluate a child's learning profile to identify strengths and weaknesses
The Power of Mindfulness
How a meditation practice can help kids become less anxious, more focused