How to Recognize and Deal with Back to School Stressors

Stressed Teen

Top 5 Back to School Stressors and How to Bust Them

While the start of a new school year comes with excitement for kids, it also comes with stress. It’s common for kids to feel overwhelmed this time of year especially as they navigate the challenges that crop up with a new school year. This stress can manifest itself in stomach aches, headaches, loss of appetite, even depression. Here are 5 common top back to school stressors and how parents can help their kids to bust them.

Is Your Child Overscheduled?

Is your child overscheduled?

Is Your Child Overscheduled? Down Time is Important for Kids

Kids are busier than ever.  Between a full schedule during the school day and all the extracurricular activities after school, when does a kid have time to relax?  It’s important that children have interests outside of school and family, but how much is too much?

How to Combat the Back to School Blues

Ways to Combat Back to School Blues

Ways to Combat Back to School Blues

by Dr. Jennifer A. Powell-Lunder

While for most folks, the summer symbolizes rest and relaxation, back to school time can serve as a jolt back the reality of routine life.  As the first school weeks pass, it is not uncommon to feel as if the outside world is gaining momentum, spinning fast and with more force. School season represents commitment and activity, often-increased stress because there never seems to be enough time.

How can you tell if you and/or your kids are experiencing the blues? Here is a list of some common signs: