Psychology
Some kids are highly sensitive — here are some ways to help them thrive
According to psychologist Elaine Aron, between around 15% and 20% of the population could be identified as highly sensitive. Catherine Falls Commercial | Moment | Getty Images Parents may be worried about the challenges that their child will face if they’re highly sensitive, but psychologists say that in the right environment kids that possess this […]
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A Harvard nutritionist shares the No. 1 food she eats every morning to help her brain ‘stay sharp’ and ‘age well’
Eating the right “brain-boosting foods” can significantly decrease your risk of developing neurological problems, improve your mental health, and help you stay sharp and focused. As a nutritional psychiatrist, a big part of my job is advising patients — especially those who want to improve their brain health or are trying to recover from trauma […]
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‘There are so many ways to lose money.’ Advice for college athletes from former basketball player turned financial advisor
University of Arizona Wildcats guard Joe McLean plays defense against UCLA Bruins guard Kevin Dempsey during a Pacific-10 Conference game on Jan. 7, 1993. Ken Levine | Getty Images Sport | Getty Images Like many former NCAA college basketball players, Joe McLean had dreams of playing in the NBA. The 6’6″ forward played four years […]
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A psychologist says parents who raise resilient, socially intelligent kids always do 5 things during ‘hard times’
We all want to raise resilient, confident and socially intelligent kids. As a psychologist who specializes in adolescent development, I’ve found that the key is for parents to provide reassurance starting at a young age. Kids, especially teens and tweens, sometimes need validation that what they are thinking and feeling is normal and okay. In […]
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