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[…] such as: Lying Stealing Fighting Vandalizing Destroying property Setting fires Skipping school Disregarding their parents’ rules Threatening or intimidating others Bullying others Being cruel to animals Possessing or using weapons Forcing others to perform sexual acts Running away from home […] Read more >>
Confronting Mental Health Barriers in the Asian American and Pacific Islander Community
[…] minority groups; however, research shows the model minority myth can drive resentment from non-AAPI peers. This leads to isolation and bullying of AAPI individuals, who then experience depression and anxiety. The myth is cited as one of the strongest sources […] Read more >>
Teachers: A Pivotal Piece of the ADHD Diagnosis Puzzle
[…] ADHD tend to be less mature than their same-age peers and are at increased risk for adverse social outcomes like bullying or social exclusion. They often become anxious and worried about what they might do next in a social situation […] Read more >>
[…] of belonging, connection, peacefulness, hope and optimism, for example, versus deficit-based results such as violence reduction and a decrease in bullying. Excerpted from “Tackling Unhealed Trauma” in Usable Knowledge from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Read the full post […] Read more >>
10 Reasons Why Anxiety Sucks… the Life Out of Me
Anxiety sucks… literally. I don’t like the word “sucks,” and would rather use “stinks,” but sucks is more appropriate. I use “sucks” because anxiety literally sucks the life out of me sometimes. Read more >> Read more >>
Resilience: Build Skills to Endure Hardship
Resilience is the ability to adapt to difficult situations. When stress, adversity or trauma strikes, you still experience anger, grief and pain, but you’re able to keep functioning — both physically and psychologically. However, resilience isn’t about putting up with… Read more >> Read more >>
Diagnosing Behavioral Problems in Children
[…] least three of the following behaviors for the prior 12 months, and at least one in the prior six months: bullying, threatening, or intimidating others initiating fights using a weapon that can harm others harming people or animals assaulting someone […] Read more >>
Tip Sheet on Social Media Use and Mental Health [downloadable]
[…] Media Use While there are many positives to social media use, there can also be harmful experiences, such as online bullying, harassment, and feeling inadequate when comparing yourself to the “online life” of those you follow. Here are a few […] Read more >>
The Pros and Cons of Educational Labels
Educational labeling was first introduced as a way of meeting students’ needs. For instance, a child who was labeled as “gifted” might move up in the curriculum, while a child with dyslexia might need to slow down or even repeat… Read more >> Read more >>
Drop the Labels! Kids Shine When We Focus on Strengths
[…] Lack of understanding by family, friends, coworkers, or others Fewer opportunities for work, school, social activities, or trouble finding housing Bullying, physical violence, or harassment Lack of self-esteem and learned helplessness. A Different Perspective—Focus on Strengths! Want to know the […] Read more >>
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2280 Kenwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
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