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Mindfulness for KidsWhen we teach mindfulness to kids, we equip them with tools to build self-esteem, manage stress, and skillfully approach challenges. Explore our guide on how to introduce mindfulness and meditation to your children—at any age.

Anxiety Disorder: When Worry Is An Everyday OccasionWorried all the time even when you have no reason to be? You may be suffering from anxiety disorder. Learn more about symptoms and different types of anxiety, as well as how to treat it.

How to Sharpen Executive Functions: Activities to Hone Brain SkillsExecutive functioning skills range from working memory to cognitive flexibility to inhibitory control, and beyond. They power our daily functioning, future planning, and mental/physical health. Here, learn how to improve core EFs through recommended activities, exercises, and games.

Learning Disabilities Overview: Reading, Writing & Math DisordersLearning disabilities come in many disguises, last a lifetime, and can't be "cured." The key to management is early detection and intervention. Parents, read this to know what you're looking for — and how to best deal with it.

The ADHD Symptoms in Children No One Talks AboutWhat are the symptoms of ADD in children? Inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity are classic symptoms of ADHD, but our daughter showed different signs — working memory problems, anxiety, and inattention — that were missed by educators and professionals for far too long. Here is her story.

The Dyslexia-ADHD Overlap: Why Evaluators Confuse the ConditionsADHD and dyslexia share many features and frequently co-occur — an overlap that makes identifying and distinguishing the conditions a challenge – especially if both are indeed present. Here, learn why evaluators confuse ADHD and dyslexia, and how to get a clearer picture.

Parents' Ultimate Guide to Discord (2024)Is Discord safe? How does it work? Here's everything you need to know about this popular chat app. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

Parents' Ultimate Guide to TikTokIs TikTok safe? How does it work? Everything you need to know about this popular video-sharing app. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

What Are Some Basic Social Media Rules for Middle Schoolers?What Are Some Basic Social Media Rules for Middle Schoolers? - Learn more and get Common Sense Media's research-backed tips.

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