Children’s Mental Health Blog
Explore recent articles from Little Otter’s child and family mental health and wellness experts.
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How Can I Help My 6-Year-Old Daughter Deal with Her Intense Fears and the Outbursts They Trigger?
“My 6-year-old has recently started having huge fears of riding in the car once it gets dark. Leading up to this fear were other fears. What can I do to help her navigate them?”
Does My Child’s Love of Electronics and Sugar Signal Potential Addictive Behavior or ADHD Risk?
“I’m wondering if I should worry about addiction to electronics and the meltdowns that happen because of it. I’m also noticing what appears to be addictive behavior related to treats and sugar, and wondering if we should be thinking about a possible ADHD early intervention. Any advice?”
My 2-Year-Old Daughter Has Extreme Sleep Tantrums. Any Advice?
“My 2-year-old daughter has extreme sleep tantrums. Any advice?”
I’m Worried about My 2-Year-Old Son’s Tantrums and Sibling Aggression. Any Advice?
“My two-year-old has tantrums and is sometimes aggressive towards his siblings. When should I worry?”
Are Our Son’s Angry Outbursts Related to ADHD or A Behavioral Challenge?
“My son has angry outbursts and seems lazy. He did test negative for ADHD. I think he needs behavioral therapy. Do you have any pointers?”
How Can I Help My 9-Year-Old Manage His Anxiety & Aggression?
“My 9-year-old son experiences anxiety. Lately, as his routines have been disrupted, he’s been having tantrums. What can we do?”
How Can I Respond to My 7-Year-Old’s Screaming Temper Tantrums?
“My 7-year-old daughter’s temper and attitude are horrible, and I think she needs some help. She will not listen, will not do as she asked, and she screams at the top of her lungs when she doesn’t get her way. Every option we’ve had to deal with these issues doesn’t work anymore. I’m at a loss, and don’t know what to do. Do you have any advice?”