A blog about parent and youth mental health
My goal is to empower you with the knowledge you need to make good decisions about your family’s mental healthcare.
Latest Posts
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10 Warning Signs of Anxiety in Children to Look out for
Worries, nervousness, and fears are all normal parts of childhood and adolescence. But sometimes young people experience anxiety more frequently or intensely than is typical. Unfortunately, kids and parents don’t always recognize when anxiety is rising to clinically concerning levels. When anxiety sneaks into your child’s life undetected, it has the potential to become persistent […]
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ADHD in Children: How to Help Your Child Thrive
Parents, if you’re reading this, you likely have a child diagnosed or suspected of having ADHD. You may be here because you’ve noticed your child’s struggle to sit still, stay focused, or both, and you’re probably feeling overwhelmed. If your child is among the 7 million children in the U.S. who have ADHD, please know […]
Dr. Ashley Castro is a NYC-based clinical psychologist, nonprofit founder, and advocate who is passionate about increasing access to high-quality mental healthcare.