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‘Bigorexia’ Is On The Rise. Here’s What Parents Should Know

Parents today are generally aware of mental health conditions that relate to body image, including common disorders like anorexia. But experts warn a lesser-known issue is on the rise, particularly among boys: muscle dysmorphia, aka “bigorexia.” With bigorexia, the afflicted person Read more >>

Everyday Strategies for Executive Functioning

In this Voices of Compassion podcast episode, we talk with CHC experts Joaquin Burciaga, PhD and neuropsychologist and Danna Torres, LMFT, about the essential role of executive functioning in daily life and how kids rely on these skills in tasks Read more >>

Supporting Young Adults in Their Transition to Independence

In recent years, more young adults have been struggling to transition into the traditional markers of adulthood—steady employment, financial independence, and self-sufficiency. This trend, often labeled as a “failure to launch,” has raised concerns among parents, educators, and mental health Read more >>

ADHD in Girls

The data shows that ADHD is diagnosed in boys more often than girls. Why is that? Join us as we talk with Marjan Ebadi, PhD and Dylan Stewart, PsyD, both psychologists at CHC, in exploring the factors behind this disparity. Read more >>

How to Help Children Manage Stress Caused By California Wildfires [web resource]

Wildfires pose significant challenges for families and communities. For children, these events can be particularly distressing, disrupting their sense of safety and routine while triggering strong emotional responses such as fear, anxiety, or confusion. Helping children cope with the stress Read more >>

Setting Healthy Boundaries for Kids

Boundaries are an important part of parenting. But how do you know when and where to set boundaries and how to ensure your children respect those boundaries? In today’s episode, we talk with Victoria Cabrera, BCBA, and Hannah Fritz, both Read more >>

Connecting with Your Child

by Amy DiLaura, CHC Marketing Manager Words Matter: Building Connection and Confidence in Your Children As parents, we know the profound impact our words have on our children. What we say—and how we say it—can shape their self-esteem, confidence, and Read more >>

Setting Boundaries for Teen Behavior

Dealing with a disrespectful teen can make you feel awful and question your parenting skills. And it doesn’t help that teens are often at their worst with the people they feel safest with – their family. The good news is Read more >>

Why ADHD Goes Undetected in Girls

Despite being one of the most common pediatric behavioral health conditions, affecting around 6 million young people, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is frequently missed in girls and female adolescents. Read more >>

Parenting Tools: Boundaries and Expectations

Setting limits for children is challenging for many parents today. Most parents begin saying “no” to children shortly after they’re born and continue to use the word “no” as a restriction for the next eighteen years. Some parents make-up rules Read more >>

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