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A Cup of Coffee – Is It Right To Lie To Children About Santa?

2019-12-19
By: Linda Tate
On: December 19, 2019
In: Health Care Issues

Welcome back! Last week we talked about Movement Therapy and Anxiety. If you missed that blog and would like to catch up, click HERE. Have you ever found yourself worrying about telling children that Santa is real? I know some of our readers have, and they’ve reached out regarding thisContinue Reading

Can Mentally Ill Parents Create Mentally Ill Children? Nature vs. Nurture: Part III in a series

2018-06-19
By: Anonymous Contributor
On: June 19, 2018
In: Health Care Issues

Welcome back!  Last week we read a heartbreaking story from Maggie Cook.  Our hearts really went out to her and her family, didn’t they? This week, we hear from a man who blogs anonymously as well, about his life growing up with parents who were hoarders.  He will tell usContinue Reading

My Daughter Was Abused in School: Part II in a series on children and mental health

2018-06-12
By: Maggie Cook
On: June 12, 2018
In: Health Care Issues

Welcome back!  Last week, Dr. Ross educated us about food and it’s impact on the child’s brain.  Wasn’t that fascinating?  This week, we welcome Maggie Cook.  Maggie has a daughter who was sexually abused by her father at the tender age of 3, and as a result, suffered with mentalContinue Reading

Children and Mental Health: Is Food a Factor? Part I in a series

2018-06-05
By: Dr. Charles Ross
On: June 5, 2018
In: Health Care Issues

Welcome back!  A new month and a new topic.  You have all been asking for something on children and mental health, and we are so happy to say we heard you and found just the right doctor for the task.  You will love this DO’s perspective!  I encourage you toContinue Reading

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