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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has a diverse array of markers and traits. So much so that every individual on the autism spectrum experiences a variety of symptoms different to the next person and many ASD symptoms can be found in Read more >>

Conditions That May Look Like Autism, but Aren’t

A few decades ago, most people had never heard of autism. Now, you probably hear about it regularly. Autism is short for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It’s a group of neurodevelopment (or brain pathway) disorders that cause behavior and communication Read more >>

Living with Chronic Illness

Living with a chronic illness isn’t just about medical care—it’s about daily management, not a cure. In this Voices of Compassion episode, we talk about the mental health and social impact of chronic illness with CHC experts Tracy Cavaligos, PhD, Read more >>

Psychological Complications of Chronic Illness

When a child is first diagnosed with a chronic illness, all families experience some combination of shock, disbelief, anger, fear and worry. Children may ask, “Why me?” And parents will ask, “Why did this happen to my child?” These are Read more >>

When Your Child Is Diagnosed with Chronic Illness

Parents want to protect their children and keep them safe. It can be particularly devastating to learn that your child has a chronic illness such as diabetes, cancer or juvenile arthritis. By managing your own emotions during this time, you Read more >>

Depression and Anxiety in Children with Chronic Health Conditions

Some children and teenagers with chronic health conditions react to the worries and disruptions the condition presents by becoming depressed or overly anxious. The term for this is “internalizing problems.” The child responds to the condition with internal mental turmoil Read more >>

Understanding ADHD in Young Children: What Parents Need to Know

If your preschool-aged child is active, impulsive, or struggles to listen, you may wonder if these behaviors are signs of ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder). Understanding how ADHD presents in young children can help you navigate the journey of parenting with confidence 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 >>

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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