Child Psychology Blog

Celebrating Celebrities with Depression

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It can be hard to imagine celebrities with depression. In fact, depression is common for folks in high-stress, high-success roles. Read more!

Memory for Faces

Memory for Faces

Samantha, age 2, is at the pool with her mom. It’s Abbey!! She shouts pointing to a little girl playing in the splash zone. Mom says, “Oh you noticed that little girl has curly blond hair too, just like Abbey in your class. She also has glasses, but that’s not Abbey.”...

Social Presence

Social Presence

Andrew sits away from the rest of the preschool class. The others are listening to a book while a teacher reads. They are pointing to pictures and commenting. Andrew is sitting in a quiet part of the classroom using a mini-computer that teaches the ABCs. He smiles at...

Processing Speed

Processing Speed

Mary’s (age 12) academic work has always taken her twice as long as her peers! No matter how focused she is, she just does not work quickly. In classes that move fast, and require lots of notes and recording assignments, Mary often feels overwhelmed and frustrated....

Shift & Flexibility

Shift & Flexibility

Oh, shifting tasks can be so hard for adults and kids!! “Time for dinner,” shouts Mom. “I need 5 more minutes,” says Tamara. “This picture is almost perfect!” 10 minutes later, Mom is still the only family member in the kitchen.  If your child’s problems with shifting...

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