
How to help kids avoid the holiday blues
A pediatric psychologist from Children’s National shares tips for navigating stress and sadness during the holidays.

A pediatric psychologist from Children’s National shares tips for navigating stress and sadness during the holidays.

The activities below can help your child learn ways to manage their stress and anxiety and understand that it is okay to feel worried, frustrated or sad.

Look for age-appropriate toys and pay close attention to cautionary labels, such as “not intended for use by children under the age of three.”

A family reunification plan reduces panic and confusion and helps bring families back together quickly and safely.

Kids who are physically active, eat healthy foods, don’t have a family history of high cholesterol and aren’t overweight probably aren’t at risk for cholesterol problems. But you should still take steps to ensure a healthy cholesterol balance.