Archive for: Emotions

Celebrating Holi: India’s Festival Of Color And Togetherness

Mar 18th, 2011

Celebrating Holi: India’s Festival Of Color And Togetherness

Holi, the color festival of India is steeped in tradition and myths abound concerning its origin. The roots of its name lie in the bonfire festival that commemorates the burning of the Asura Holika, the sister of Asura King Hiranyakasipu.

Children’s Ebooks: Learning To Read The Fun, Interactive Way

Mar 14th, 2011

Children’s Ebooks: Learning To Read The Fun, Interactive Way

Children's ebooks are a fun and interactive way to introduce your child to the love of reading. Many of today's most popular authors offer their books to be purchased and downloaded as an ebook. These ebooks often come with special features and built in links to related material.

After School Activities For Your Child: How Much Is Too Much?

Mar 11th, 2011

After School Activities For Your Child: How Much Is Too Much?

It is common for parents to be a little confused when it comes to deciding how much is too much with reference to after school activities. But, too much fun can also make a child sick. Here is a simple guide that will help you decide how much is too much for your child.

Is Your Child A Fussy Eater? How To Outsmart Picky Toddlers

Mar 4th, 2011

Is Your Child A Fussy Eater? How To Outsmart Picky Toddlers

Although it's normal for toddlers and preschoolers to be picky eaters, that doesn't make it any easier for parents. Being patient helps, but there are additional ways to make mealtimes more pleasant. Here are 10 of the best tips for feeding your fussy eater.

Kids And Depression: 6 Ways To Help Your Depressed Child Cope

Mar 3rd, 2011

Kids And Depression: 6 Ways To Help Your Depressed Child Cope

If your child has developed problem solving skills but lost access to them because they are depressed periodically, you have to help them regain access to those skills. In Part II of James Lehman, MSW’s series on episodic childhood depression, he’ll discuss concrete ways you can teach your child coping skills.

Depression In Children: When Your Child’s World Collapses

Mar 2nd, 2011

Depression In Children: When Your Child’s World Collapses

In part one of a two part series by James Lehman, MSW, on kids and episodic depression, he explains that when your child is depressed, their coping skills have collapsed. Kids often don’t have the skills to handle their overwhelming emotions, but as parents, we can help coach them through the tough times and teach them coping skills.

Separation Advice: 5 Tips To Help Your Child Cope With Change

Feb 26th, 2011

Separation Advice: 5 Tips To Help Your Child Cope With Change

With the rate of divorce and separation increasing in Indian families, children going through a family separation often feel they have no control in any area of their life and need a safe place to work through their emotions. Here are 5 tips for parents to help their child cope with this difficult time of change and upheaval.

Kids’ Computer Games: Going From Mayhem To Mellow

Feb 24th, 2011

Kids’ Computer Games: Going From Mayhem To Mellow

A few years ago, there were only a few basic computer games available – now the market crawls with them. This is often a matter of concern to parents. After having to decide on what their kids should watch, eat, wear and whom to interact with, having to evaluate a catalogue of computer games can be frustrating.

Bridging The Generation Gap: Improving Family Relationships

Feb 12th, 2011

Bridging The Generation Gap: Improving Family Relationships

In this age of nuclear families older people tend to be lonely and isolated. They would like to see more of the grandchildren, but fear rejection. With busy, working parents, teens are growing up without a sense of connection or good values. We need to bridge the gap between these three generations.