Autumn is a time dedicated to harvest, and offers us a chance to reconnect with ourselves, center our attention on family, and recognize what’s meaningful to our lives. As the…
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The goal of the Little Thinkers Center is to help children improve their critical and creative thinking skills, and give them specific tools to tackle challenges academically, socially, and emotionally….
You’ve been studying for weeks. You’ve done all your homework, attended countless study groups and review sessions, and you were even prepped by a tutor. You’ve memorized the material, and…
Post-traumatic stress disorder occurs when someone experiences a life-threatening event. This could be a serious car accident, war, natural disaster, or physical/sexual assault. Not everyone who experiences these types of...
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Most of us feel connections with pieces of memorabilia that others may not find valuable. An old stuffed animal or blanket, for example. This is completely normal and would not...
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The current border crisis where children are being forcibly separated from their parents has many of us wondering about the impact of such a practice. As a child psychologist who…
This activity developed by Sarah Lane and Josie Bannon in “I’ve Got to Be Perfect” is a great way to challenge yourself to relax and let go of the need…
Perfectionism means to constantly strive to maintain a standard of perfection i.e., absence of any flaws, mistakes, or defects. Labeling someone as a “perfectionist” can often have negative connotations associated…
The world of athletics is its own culture. In this culture, perfectionism is deemed a positive attribute to have. These types of athletes are highly motivated, always want to be…
Students may experience extreme pressure and stress due to the desire to perform well in school and/or with their extracurricular activities. Having high expectations for themselves can be advantageous as…
