Children’s Mental Health Blog
Explore recent articles from Little Otter’s child and family mental health and wellness experts.
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?”
My 4-Year-Old Has TV Tantrums. What Can We Do?
“My 4-year-old daughter has tantrums when we turn off the TV. Should we ban TV altogether?”
My 5-Year-Old Experiences Separation Anxiety. Should We Worry?
“My 5-year-old child refuses to be alone, particularly from me as her mother, but also from her father. She does have siblings, but is very attached to us, her parents. Should I worry?”
How Can I Deal With My 4-Year-Old Son’s Frequent Tantrums?
“My 4-year-old son has frequent temper tantrums, sometimes multiple times per day. What can I do?”
Should I Worry About My Toddler’s Aggressive Tantrums?
“My almost 4-year-old daughter has aggressive, frequent temper tantrums. Should I be worried?”
How Can I Help My Kids Cope with My Recent Divorce?
“I’m worried about how my kids feel about my divorce, their father, or one of us not being present in their lives. What can I do?”
Is YouTube Causing My Son to Feel Anxious?
“My child seems anxious when he watches YouTube videos like Roblox, Aphmau, & Among Us. He puts his shirt in his mouth and chews on it until hes done watching YouTube. Should I worry?”
I’m Worried About My Child Returning to In-Person School. What Can I Do?
“I’m worried about my 6-year-old going to face-to-face school. He gets distracted easily, and has anxiety. He only has one eReader option & it’s not good. Sometimes, he even hits himself when he’s frustrated. What can I do?”
My Child is So Afraid of Getting COVID-19. How Can I Help Them Cope?
"My child is so fearful of getting sick with COVID-19. They avoid going out and it's gotten to the point where my child locks themselves in their room and rarely comes out so they 'make sure.' What do I do?"
My 13-Year-Old Feels Like He’s Disappointing Everyone. How Can I Support Him?
"My son is 13 years old and just broke down! He said that he feels that he is disappointing everyone. He feels like no one cares or loves him. That it would be better if he was not here. How do I make him feel loved and that I’m proud of him? How do I reduce the pressure of school online?"