Is That Anger Just Anxiety in Disguise by Dr. Francine Rosenberg

My patient’s parent recently complained about her adolescent daughter’s angry outbursts. These episodes occurred particularly during discussions about taking showers and completing assignments for school. Early adolescence is a time when children often desire more independence. As it turns out, defiance was not the problem. Fear was the culprit. Let’s call my patient, Pearl. Some inquiries…

How Long Can Your Child Pay Attention? By Dr. Lisa G. Hahn, Ph.D., ABBP

The pandemic has challenged children to face many different learning options. In New Jersey, some districts offer only virtual, some hybrid (a combination of virtual and in-person), and a small percentage of schools full in-person instruction. Many parents have expressed concern about their child’s ability to concentrate given the current restrictions placed on traditional educational…