In Print/Online

When to Hire a Tutor
Ladue News – Thursday, April 4, 2012
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.

Your Child’s First Sleep Away
Ladue News – Thursday, March 1, 2012
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 the March 2012 issue of the Ladue News, Dr. Hyken offers tips for parents and children to make summer camp a success.

“How to Test Best”
Boys’ LIfe – September 2011
Test anxiety is a common problem that is often a contributing factor when students are performing poorly in school. Dr. Hyken addresses this issue and offers tips for improving study habits and test-taking skills in the September 2011 issue of Boys’ Life magazine.

“Children & Sleepovers””
Parents Magazine – January 2012
Dr. Hyken is featured in the January 2012 issue of Parents magazine, where he offers advice on co-ed sleepovers for grade schoolers. See Dr. Hyken’s responses to the difficult questions.

“Kids and Gift Giving”
Ladue News – Thursday, December 8, 2011
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. In the December 2011 issue of the Ladue News, Dr.Hyken discusses how to manage your child’s expectations for the holidays and make sure your family has an enjoyable gift-giving season.

“Youth Athletics – Three-Sport Wonders”
Ladue News – Thursday, October 27, 2011
In the October 2011 issue of the Ladue News, Dr. Hyken comments on adolescent involvement in sports and the impact it has on their development. Whether your child plays one sport competitively or multiple sports casually, there are important things to consider to provide a positive experience.

“Are Girls More Anxious Than Boys?”
St. Louis Kids Magazine – fall/winter 2011
Dr. Russell Hyken takes on a reader’s question in the fall/winter 2011 issue of St. Louis Kids Magazine. In the article, Dr. Hyken discusses anxiety during child development and offers advice for parents dealing with an anxious teen.

“Evaluating the Usefulness of Tests and Quizzes for Depression”
empowher.com- October 24, 2011
Most people have taken some type of personality or career test. While some are accurate, others are completely off in their results and analysis. In this article at empowher.com, Dr. Hyken cautions against deep reliance on these quizzes.

“Do children ever belong on reality TV?”
msn.com- September 13, 2011
Should children be allowed to participate in reality TV shows?  The subject has prompted extensive debate, including in this national article by Today.com, which quotes Dr. Russell Hyken on the subject.

“Back to School Anxiety”
Ladue News- August 4, 2011
Summer is over and your child’s mood has shifted. He is not the happy, carefree kid of a few short weeks ago; rather, he has become irritable, complains about headaches and is having sleep difficulties. In the August 2011 issue of the Ladue News, Dr. Hyken discusses back-to-school stress.

“Giving Teens a Safe, Sane, Productive Summer”
Ladue News- May 26, 2011
Summer is often a time of adolescent aimlessness, resulting in unnecessary irritability for the whole family. In the May 2011 issue of the Ladue News, Dr. Hyken offers advice for creating a safe, sane summer for the family.

“Why Are So Many Gay Teens Depressed?”
Everydayhealth.com- May 25, 2011
Depression among gay teens is a persistent problem with much confusion about the causes. Dr. Russell Hyken addresses the issue in an article for Everyday Health.

“Sibling Bedroom Boundries”
CharlotteParent.com- 2011
Bedroom boundaries for siblings is a persistent issue parents continue to face. Dr. Hyken is quoted as an expert on the subject in Charlotte Parent.

“Summer Tutoring”
Ladue News- April 7,  2011
Summer tutoring is a critical decision for teens and their parents.  It may not be popular among kids, but it is often necessary. Dr. Hyken is consulted on the issue in the April 2011 Ladue News.

“Teenage Depression: Symptoms, Therapies, Support Systems”
Parkway West Pathfinder, 2011
While Dr. Russell Hyken’s work with teens has long been noted in the mainstream media, it is now being recognized in the student press. Parkway West student Eden Harir wrote an article on teenage depression for the Parkway West Pathfinder. In the article, Harir cites Dr. Hyken as an expert resource for the piece.

“Six Stories About Teens That Captured Our Attention in 2010″
St. Louis Kids Magazine, 2011
Dr. Hyken recently wrote a blog post about the “Top Teen Stories of 2011,” which caught the attention of St. Louis Kids Magazine. The publication appreciated his unique perspective in the post so much that it ran the story in a recent edition of the magazine.

“For LGBT Teens, Acceptance is Critical”
CNN, 2010
The problems that gay and lesbian teens encounter continue to be a major topic of national discussion. CNN.com consults Dr. Hyken as an expert on a recent study that suggests LGBT teens are punished more often in school and criminal justice settings.

“Not All Teens Love Gift Cards, So Choose Carefully”
ABC, from a story by the Associated Press, 2010
During the holiday season, there is concern that teens are not using the gift cards they receive as presents, but instead selling them off to others. The Associated Press interviews Dr. Russell Hyken on this national story to get his insights on the issue.

“Public vs. Private School”
LA Parents, 2010
With so many options out there, the question of whether to send your child to public or private school is no simple choice. Dr. Hyken gives some expert advice about sorting through the options and finding the best fit for your family in LA Parents.

“Transitioning Children from Homeschooling to the Classroom”
MSNBC Today Show.com – September 29, 2010
Every educational setting has its own set challenges and may not be a permanent fit for a family. In this MSNBC.com article, Dr. Hyken talks about the transition of children from homeschooling to the classroom.

“Off On The Right Foot”
Columbia Daily Tribune- August 20, 2010
Dr. Hyken gives advice to the Columbia Daily Tribune about helping children adjust to the school year during a recent visit to Columbia.

“Technology Use Up In Kids, Parents Losing Ground”
Associated Press – January 21, 2010
A new survey shows the daily use of media by children is on the rise and very few parents are setting limits. In this article, Dr. Hyken discusses the growing number of young patients with obsessive interest in gaming and computers.

Hyken is also available to speak with parents, school faculty and teens on a variety of subjects, including ADHD, Aspergers Syndrome, teen motivations and parent/teen communication. Please contact EPS for more details.