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Books for Parents and Kids

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    Clients tell me how hard it is to find credible and interesting books for parents and their children on different topics. Based upon my own reading and suggestions of other counselors, I have put together a list of recommended reading. This is a short list and there are so many amazing books on […]

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4 Tips for Parenting an Above Average Child

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If you’re the parent of a gifted child, you may be challenged with a unique set of circumstances. Your gifted child might be mentally above average, but have difficulty interacting with their peers; they may be immature, impatient, or easily bored. Your friends and family may look on in awe at your child’s abilities, blissfully […]

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4 Fun Activities for You & Your ADHD Child

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If you have a child who has been diagnosed with ADHD, you know one of the main symptoms is hyperactivity. In other words, your child may seem to have an excess of energy, and all of that energy needs to be channeled. Unfortunately, modern kids are far less physically active than kids from just 20 […]

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