Emotions and Behavior Archives

Anxiety and depression related to epilepsy in children

November 22, 2021/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Depression, Diseases and Conditions, Emotions and Behavior, Neurological, Right Highlight, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

Reports show that rates of anxiety, depression and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are significantly higher in epilepsy populations when compared to general populations.

Talking to your child about sex

November 17, 2021/in 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Dating and Romance, Emotions and Behavior, Family Life, Parenting, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

Talking to your child about sex should not be a one-time discussion. Instead, you should have “The Talk” early and often.

Food allergy-related bullying

October 12, 2021/in 1-2 years, 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Allergies, Bullying, Diseases and Conditions, Eating and Nutrition, Emotions and Behavior, Food Allergies, Learning and School, Right Highlight, Special Dietary Needs, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

If your child tells you about food allergy-related bullying, tell them that you believe them and will support them to address what is happening.

Help! My teen won’t stop eating

September 3, 2021/in 13-18 years, 6-12 years, Eating and Nutrition, Eating Disorders, Emotions and Behavior, Healthy Eating, Q&A Forum, Right Highlight/by Rise and Shine

A team composed of a physician, dietitian and therapist are best qualified to help with a teen that won’t stop eating.

Addressing school-related anxiety in children

August 25, 2021/in 13-18 years, 3-5 years, 6-12 years, Back to School, Coronavirus, Emotional well being, Emotions and Behavior, Learning and school, Learning and School, Stress and Anxiety/by Rise and Shine

As children and teens head back to school, they may be anxious for several reasons, from social stressors to a fear of bullying.