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Stand Up to Stress! Coloring and Activity Book for Kids [downloadable]
Did you know that connecting with friends and family is one great way to cope with stress? This free coloring and activity book teaches children ages 8-12 about stress and anxiety and offers tips for coping in a healthy way. Read more >>
Gifted Children With ADHD, and the Challenges Their Parents Face
With the new school year underway, some parents will have a harder time than others because of a little known, but very real phenomenon: their child is “twice exceptional.” These children have both the potential for high achievement (“gifted”) and Read more >>
Digital Tools for Mental Health [downloadable]
While they should not replace professional treatment, mental health apps can offer several benefits. The following tools have been curated by experts from the Catherine T. Harvey Center for Clinical Services at CHC. Read more >>
Sleeping Less Than Nine Hours Could Affect Kids’ Memory and Mental Health
Elementary school-age kids who sleep less than the recommended number of hours per night exhibit differences in brain regions associated with memory, intelligence and well-being, according to a recent study. Read more >>
Anxiety Disorders Are Common. Here’s What Everyone Should Know About Them
How common are anxiety disorders and are there some populations more at risk than others? What are some symptoms people may have? How often should anxiety screenings occur – and what do they entail? What treatments are available? Read more >>
7 Warning Signs Your Child Is Struggling in School
Something isn’t right; lately your child seems less than enthusiastic about school. They appear withdrawn and have started complaining about an upset stomach every Sunday evening. But are they struggling in school or could it be something else? Read more >>
Anxiety Can Look Different in Children. Here’s What to Look for and Some Treatments to Consider
Throughout the pandemic, many families have struggled with fears about COVID, employment and lock-downs – all while experiencing disruption to things like school, childcare, social support services and beloved activities. It has been stressful for some, traumatic for others. Read more >>
Talking With Kids About Violence
Almost every day it seems that we are exposed to various acts of violence — school shootings, war, terrorism and more. As a result, our kids can end up feeling confused, frightened and unsafe. How can we validate those feelings Read more >>
Talking To Kids About Fear And Violence
Acts of violence in schools and other public places have stunned the nation. Knowing how to talk with your child about violence will play an important role in easing fear and anxieties about their personal safety in these tenuous times Read more >>
12 Things Parents Can Do to Help Prevent Suicide
As children grow into pre-teens and teenagers, it becomes more challenging for parents to know what they are thinking and feeling. When do the normal ups and downs of adolescence become something to worry about? Read more >>
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CHC Palo Alto:
650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
650.326.5530
CHC South Bay:
2280 Kenwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
408.831.7512
CHC Ravenswood:
1765 E Bayshore Rd, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
650.702.2487
