Like mile markers along a highway, children pass through numerous developmental stages on their way to adulthood. While most parents are familiar with the physical and mental developmental milestones like learning to crawl, walk or speak, less well-known are the ways a child’s development affects his or her perspective on friendship. In a recent segment on KTVI-TV in St. Louis, Dr. Hyken explains how children perceive relationships at various ages to help parents offer the best guidance and support.
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Mon 04.09 |
Fri 04.06 |
When to Hire a TutorCOMMENTS (0)Today’s academic standards and fast-paced curriculum can present challenges for many students. Even high achievers feel pressure to continually seek more advanced coursework and push past their academic ‘comfort zone’ to go above and beyond. Parents of both types of students are increasingly turning to private tutors to provide the extra support needed. Dr. Hyken offers answers and advice to parents trying to determine if these services are right for their children in a recent article featured in the Ladue News. Download the full article here. |
Wed 03.14 |
Your Child’s First Sleep-Away CampCOMMENTS (0)Sending a child to sleep-away camp can be a positive, life-changing experience for the camper but can cause anxiety in parents as the departure date approaches. In this recent segment on KTVI-TV in St. Louis, Dr. Hyken offers tips for parents and children to make summer camp a success. The story is also featured in the Ladue News. Download the full article here. |
Fri 03.02 |
How to discuss environmental disasters with childrenCOMMENTS (0)The occurrence and aftermath of major natural disasters can be particularly difficult to explain to children. Effectively dealing with the complex range of emotions and questions children may have in reaction to this kind of news is key for parents who want to provide information while protecting kids’ sense of well-being and safety. Dr. Hyken recently offered tips for parents and caregivers on KTVI-TV in St. Louis. |
Thu 02.23 |
How to Parent Rebellious AdolescentsCOMMENTS (1)Questioning authority can be a positive indicator of growth and development in teens, but it can also be a challenge for parents. Fortunately, there are strategies parents can use in dealing with this period of burgeoning independence. In this recent segment from KTVI-TV in St. Louis, Dr. Hyken shares tips for effectively managing the parent-child relationship in the midst of those trying teenage years. |
Wed 02.08 |
Dealing with ADHD in Your PartnerCOMMENTS (0)Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a condition we most often associate with children, even though adults commonly suffer from this disorder as well. In this segment from KTVI-TV in St. Louis, Dr. Hyken offers advice for adults who notice symptoms of ADHD in their partners. |
Mon 01.23 |
Dealing With Your Children’s Choice of FriendsCOMMENTS (1)At some point in every child’s development, parents are likely to disagree with their children about their choice of friends. However, a parent’s approach to tackling this common dilemma can make all the difference. Dr. Hyken offers tips on how best to negotiate the tricky terrain of undesirable friendships in this segment from KTVI-TV in St. Louis. |
Mon 01.09 |
5 Ways to Combat the Post-holiday BluesCOMMENTS (0)When the excitement of the holiday season gives way to the slower pace of January, many people experience a decline in mood that can be best characterized as the post-holiday blues. Dr. Hyken explains the phenomenon and offers tips to avoid feeling down at the start of the new year. |
Fri 12.09 |
Kids and Gift-GivingCOMMENTS (0)Managing holiday expectations and gift-buying decisions, especially if you have overspent in the past, may seem stressful, but it is easier than you think. Dr. Hyken explains how to manage your child’s expectations for the holidays and make sure your family has an enjoyable gift-giving season in this Ladue News article. Download the full article here. |
Tue 11.29 |
Dealing with Divorce During the HolidaysCOMMENTS (0)The holiday season can bring about a difficult time for children who are coping with divorce in their family. Dr. Russell Hyken speaks on STL Moms about how to create a stress-free holiday season for your child and family, by communication and setting expectations. |
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