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Over the past month it has become clear to me in my practice that people are experiencing different forms of fatigue. Social, emotional, and physical exhaustion which has been chronic this past year all amount to mental fatigue. I see this in children, teens and adults. Not too many people can escape it. So, today …
Parenting expert Dr. Sheryl Ziegler goes over signs and symptoms of autism during Autism Awareness Month. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyrn6B0dTyo
...DENVER (KDVR) — State lawmakers recently introduced a plan to help screen teens for mental health issues, and it would happen at school.Recently introduced House Bill 1003 would provide mental health evaluations for students in grades 6-12. Supporters of the bill said the goal is to give more kids access to free therapy, but it …
Mattering leads to greater happiness, academic performance and overall well-being, research shows. BY GAIL CORNWALL https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/parenting/a42759774/mattering-in-kids/
...9NEWS Parenting Expert Dr. Sheryl Ziegler explains how economic inequality and problematic social media usage are connected. https://www.9news.com/video/life/wellness/how-does-economic-inequality-affect-your-social-media-usage/73-cab92b13-27a5-4033-b2d4-bb10bf8c7b67
...As we prepare our kids to head back to the classroom, many of us are shopping and getting the kids back on a routine, but we need to consider preparing our kids mentally for back to school. Best-selling author and child psychologist, Dr. Sheryl Ziegler says we also need to mentally prepare our kids. Our …
Diaries aren’t just a place for tweens to confess their crushes. They are also a valuable tool in helping all kids develop emotional and mental well-being.
...A CDC survey found more than half of teens reported emotional abuse at home during the pandemic. Dr. Sheryl Ziegler explains what parents can do to help. https://www.9news.com/video/news/health/teens-report-emotional-abuse-at-home-during-pandemic/73-937a6c0f-1746-4faf-87a8-7e71c2112635
...While many people are ready to celebrate the end of pandemic restrictions, it can be anxiety-inducing for others. Dr. Sheryl Ziegler has advice for this transition. https://www.9news.com/video/news/health/psychologist-tips-for-navigating-anxiety-as-covid-restrictions-end/73-385eeb75-ddb9-4fa6-85cd-076772d7a3f2
...Goal Setting Over the past few weeks more and more people that I work with are sharing that they are ready for 2021 to be over yet they are dreading that 2022 will bring more pandemic uncertainty. With so much feeling out of our control, I think this year, maybe more than ever, is a …
Impactful Ways To Practice Gratitude This Holiday Season This holiday season is a great time to teach children how to be thankful. There are simple, daily practices that you can show and share in your home that can model for your children traits of gratitude, empathy and kindness. The research shows that children who are …
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