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When Food Becomes Fear: Warning Signs of Eating Disorders in Teens
Understanding the difference between disordered eating & eating disorders is crucial. Early intervention and professional help are key.
Liana Ross, LMHC-D
Feb 244 min read
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Trauma-Informed Education: Effective Strategies for Educators
Trauma affects learning. Educators can support students by recognizing signs, building trust, and fostering a safe, understanding space.
Gordon Gooding
Nov 6, 20245 min read
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Embracing Compassion and Reflection in Parenting: A Lesson from "Father Forgets" by W. Livingston
A poem reminds us to practice compassion and reflection in parenting our children.
Gordon Gooding
Sep 1, 20246 min read
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Embracing a Play-Based Childhood in the Digital Age
The adoption of handheld devices among the youth coincides with an uptick in mental health issues.
Gordon Gooding
May 28, 20244 min read
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WHATEVER: Communicating with Your Reluctant Teen
Understanding the teenage mind is crucial in breaking through these communication barriers.
Gordon Gooding
Nov 1, 20233 min read
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Unplugging: Finding Peace in a Busy, Digital World
So what can we do to reduce technology use and focus more attention on the present moment?
Administration
Oct 17, 20233 min read
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Embracing Resilience: A Mental Health Guide for Parents Navigating the Back-to-School Transition
Parenting towards resilience as we return to school. As the summer sun gradually starts to set earlier each day, our thoughts as parents...
Administration
Aug 31, 20233 min read
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The Next Chapter: A Guide for Parents Sending Their Kids to College
As a parent, sending your child off to college signifies a considerable shift in your life.
Administration
Aug 2, 20233 min read
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The Perfect Storm: Adolescent Development and the Teenage Brain
Adolescent behavior and moods are challenging for parents to understand and communication with adolescents is typically difficult.
Gordon Gooding
Mar 6, 20235 min read
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Gooding Wellness Celebrates Pride Month: Youth Supporting Youth
As we grow and develop, so does our awareness of sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. Some youths are sure of one, or both...
Liana Ross, LMHC
Jun 7, 20222 min read
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Understanding grief in children: What to expect & how to help
Grief is a universal emotion. Everyone will grieve something or someone in their lifetime. 1 in 5 children will experience the death of...
Liana Ross, LMHC
Mar 24, 20223 min read
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Parenting in a Digital World
Over the past year, we have seen more than ever how technology and social media have had the ability to keep us connected, but how much...
Gordon Gooding
Apr 21, 20213 min read
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Supporting your Teen or Child Through Divorce: Advice for Parents
Supporting your Child or Teen through a divorce. During a marital aseparation or divorce your child can go through a wide range of...
Gordon Gooding
Jul 3, 20196 min read
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Teens & Vaping: What You Need to Know.
Teens and Vaping Each week I hear more and more stories about parents finding their kids with vaping paraphernalia. A recent article in...
Gordon Gooding
Sep 30, 20183 min read
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How Do I Find The Right Therapist for My Child Here on Long Island??
Today’s children face an overwhelming amount of challenges that are unique to this generation: Social Media, constant distractions from...
Gordon Gooding
Sep 24, 20182 min read
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