Tag: Stress

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  • Busy Kids? Balance is Key

    Dr. Dave and Erin Walsh • February 13 • No Comments

     Does the gain from advanced academic programs such as IB and AP so many youth are involved in (pushed by educators and parents) outweigh the lack of sleep and limitation of other experiences, such as 4-H, because of so much time spent on studying?

    Shirley, Denver, CO 

    Shirley,

    I think that the growing popularity of IB and AP... 

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    Tags: School, Stress, Sleep, Play

  • Stress and children: What's the right balance?

    Posted by Dr. Dave Walsh • June 7, 2011 • No Comments

    I watch my daughter spend so much time and energy protecting her kids from disappointment. My mom always said challenge was good for me! Should we really shield our kids so much?

    Miranda, A concerned grandma from Oklahoma

    Miranda,

    It's not easy to watch our kids experience stress and... 

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    Tags: Resilience, Stress, Self Discipline
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