Children’s Mental Health Blog
Explore recent articles from Little Otter’s child and family mental health and wellness experts.
Tics in Children & Your Child’s Mental Health
Tics are estimated to impact about 20% of all children. Learn all about tics in children, what causes tics in children, and when to worry about tics.
How Can I Help My 11-Year-Old, Who is on the Autism Spectrum, Stop Skin Picking?
“My 11-year-old child is on the Autism Spectrum, and experiences OCD and ADHD. Two years ago, he started picking his own skin in response to trigger words. Now it’s happening when he’s online distance learning while waiting for others to have turns. How can I get him to stop skin picking?”
11 Tips to Help Kids Deal with Grief in Childhood
Here are 11 tips to support kids dealing with grief in childhood. You’ll also learn warning signs that a child is struggling with grief, so you know when to worry.
When Should I Worry about My 5-Year-Old’s Night Terrors?
“My 5-year-old son experiences night terrors. Is this something he’ll ‘grow out of,’ or should we be worried?”
A Free Children’s Sleep Meditation for More Relaxing Bedtimes
Here’s a free children’s sleep meditation for a more relaxing and mindful bedtime. Plus, download our Bedtime Activity Kit with all three kids sleep meditations, plus other relaxing bedtime activities!
Should I Worry About My Son’s Nightmares & Strange Dreams?
“My 4-year-old son frequently has nightmares and bad dreams. Should I be worried? If so, what should I do?”
A Complete Guide to Childhood Insomnia When Your Kid Won't Sleep
This complete guide to childhood insomnia includes 5 expert-approved tips for helping your child get to sleep. Plus, you’ll learn why a good night’s sleep is so important, a few reasons why your child won’t sleep, and know when to worry.
Should I Worry About My Daughter Going Back-and-Forth Between Mine and Her Father’s House?
“Should I be worried about my child going back and forth between visiting her father's house and returning home? She has a lot of fun at her father’s house where there’s less structure. Also, at our home she has to do her virtual schooling.”
How to Build Resilience in Children
You’ve probably heard people say “kids are resilient!” But what does that really mean, especially in the context of pandemics, wars, and everyday stress? In this post, you’ll learn what resiliency is all about and how to build resilience in children.
How Can I Respond to My 8-Year-Old’s Rudeness Without Pushing Him Away?
“My 8-year-old son is very disrespectful and rude. I am a single mom, and he sees his dad sometimes. Should I be worried about his behavior?”