Children’s Mental Health Blog
Explore recent articles from Little Otter’s child and family mental health and wellness experts.
A Child Psychiatrist’s Guide to Mindfulness vs. Meditation for Families
In this blog, you’ll learn the difference between mindfulness and meditation, as well as pros and cons of each for children and adults.
The Story Behind the Name “Little Otter”
We get asked all the time, “Why are you called ‘Little Otter?’” Here’s the sweet story behind the company’s name.
A Guide to Impulsive Behavior and Child Mental Health
In this blog, you’ll learn more about impulsive behavior and what it means for your child’s mental health.
Why is My 11-Year-Old Daughter So Rude and Defiant? How Should I Respond?
One parent wrote to us, asking about how to respond to their daughter’s rude and defiant behavior. Here’s a response from our team of child mental health experts.
ADD vs ADHD: A Family Mental Health Guide
Learn more about the differences between ADD and ADHD, and what it means for your family.
What’s the Difference Between Anxiety and Depression?
Anxiety and depression commonly co-occur in kids and adults. Learn more about the difference between anxiety and depression, including symptoms and treatment.
My Stepson Has ADHD and Struggles with School. Any Advice?
“My 8-year-old stepson was diagnosed with ADHD, ODD and anxiety at age 4 by his school district after being kicked out of daycare. He’s now in 2nd grade, and his school continues to have problems with him in the classroom. Do you have any tips for how I can help him be more successful at school?”
7 Benefits of Outdoor Classrooms for Kids’ Mental Health
Learn 7 important benefits of outdoor classroom for your child’s mental health and healthy development.
How Quickly Should a Child Receive a Diagnosis in Child Therapy?
One parent recently wrote in asking about whether their child should receive a diagnosis within 4-5 sessions of starting child therapy. Here’s the feedback from our team of mental health professionals.
What is a Highly Sensitive Child?
What is a Highly Sensitive Child, or HSC? In this blog, the first in our three-part series, you’ll learn more about what makes a child “highly sensitive” and what that really means.