Children’s Mental Health Blog
Explore recent articles from Little Otter’s child and family mental health and wellness experts.
My Child is Afraid to Ask for Help. What Can I Do to Support Her?
My 9-year-old daughter is afraid to ask for help in school. How can I encourage her to ask for help when she needs it, and build her self-esteem?
How Can We Talk to Our Teenager about Our Choice for Her High School?
“We can’t have a conversation with our 14-year-old daughter without her saying something rude or rolling her eyes. We think it’s related to her starting high school. Any suggestions on how to have this conversation?”
What Can I Do to Help My 12-Year-Old Son with School Anxiety?
“My 12-year-old son experiences anxiety, and is often so emotionally overwhelmed that he is unable to do school work. How can I support him while keeping him calm?”
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?”