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Teaching Children to Calm Themselves

By David Bornstein — 2014

When Luke gets angry, he tries to remember to look at his bracelet. It reminds him of what he can do to calm himself: stop, take a deep breath, count to four, give yourself a hug and, if necessary, ask an adult for help.

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Maryam Abdullah
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Evaluating the Effects of Medication

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Schools of Thought: Can Mindfulness Lessons Boost Child Mental Health?

Children are under increasing pressure. Investing in their mental wellbeing could could help them now and in the future.

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Parents Magazine Discusses Important Topics on Pediatric Mental Health

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Structural Racism Is Taking a Toll on Children’s Mental Health

Racism and social inequality don’t just affect adults. Here's why they have a profound impact on the mental health of children of color.

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Kristen Rogers
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Helping Children Deal with Emotions