“Changing the Narrative” is a new section added in 2015 to Palo Alto’s Gunn High School student newpaper, The Oracle.
“Changing the Narrative” features students’ essays of their fears and anxieties and the ways in which they found strength, hope, healing and growth. These inspirational student stories are available here or on their Facebook page. Read more ›
It is not uncommon for children to be diagnosed with both depression and an anxiety disorder, or depression and general anxiety. It is important to recognize the signs of childhood depression and to distinguish them from normal developmental milestones and behaviors. Read more ›
Teenage depression isn’t just bad moods and the occasional melancholy—it’s a serious problem that impacts every aspect of a teen’s life. Teen depression can lead to drug and alcohol abuse, self-loathing and self-mutilation, pregnancy, violence, and even suicide. But as a concerned parent, teacher, or friend, there are many ways you can help a teen with depression. Read more ›
Aggressive behavior may be bullying depending on what happened, how often it happens and who it happens to.
StopBullying.gov provides information from various government agencies on what bullying is, what cyberbullying is, who is at risk, and how you can prevent and respond to bullying. If your child or someone you know is being bullied, the Get Help Now section outlines the steps you can take to resolve the situation. Read more ›
Aprenda acerca de los problemas comunes de niños y jóvenes en las áreas de salud mental, aprendizaje, desarrollo, y atención. Read more ›
Ramsey Khasho, PsyD, discusses bullying and the consequences of bullying, how to identify if your child is being bullied, and what you and your school can do to help. Read more ›
Your child went to class, completed homework, and studied. He or she arrived at the exam confident about the material. But if he or she has test anxiety, a type of performance anxiety, taking the test is the most difficult part of the equation. Read more ›
At CHC, we understand how challenging it is to quell the anxiety and fear that may affect your children in the aftermath of a shooting or similar traumatic event. Read more ›
It is Monday morning and your son complains he has a stomachache and doesn’t want to go to school. You know he’s not sick, but for the last two months his tummy aches have been a common occurrence. What is going on? Read more ›
After Mike and his girlfriend of three years ended their relationship, his parents expected their son to be crushed. For weeks, he was withdrawn and moody; he avoided friends and rebuffed his parents’ well intentioned questions. Read more ›
