2811, 2012

Q&A: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction

Admin/ November 28, 2012/ Special Features

by Camaree Turman Click Here for Printable pdf Version Q&A: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction I had an engaging conversation with Dr. Bernadette Evans-Smith Clinical Director and Licensed Clinical Psychologist at RNBC. Dr. Evans-Smith offered great insight into Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, it’s effectiveness in helping children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and ADHD, and how parents can help their children reduce stress and improve attentiveness with

2910, 2012

Q&A: Tips to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Admin/ October 29, 2012/ Special Features

by Camaree Turman Click Here for Printable pdf Version Recently, I caught up with Michael Smith, Education Specialist and Executive Functions Tutor at RNBC. Mike offered great tips on how parents can help their students stay organized and stay active to stay academically ahead of the curve. Camaree Turman: We are now transitioning from the back-to-school time to the progress report

2910, 2012

Prep for Parent Teacher Conferences

Admin/ October 29, 2012/ Special Features

by Barbara Resnick, MA RNBC Education Specialist/School Liaison Click Here for Printable pdf Most elementary and high schools offer parent/teacher conferences in October and November. Conferences can move very quickly. Often only a short amount of time may be scheduled for each student. The meeting can be more productive and meaningful if parents spend some time preparing beforehand. Prior to

2409, 2012

When Anxiety Interferes

Admin/ September 24, 2012/ Special Features

By Andrea Victor, Ph.D. As Seen in Make It Better Magazine Click here for printable pdf version When a child is feeling anxious, he or she can feel helpless. At the same time, it can be frustrating for parents. You want to help, but maybe don’t know the best way to manage their fears. The good news is there are strategies

1809, 2012

Tips for Building Resilience in Children

Admin/ September 18, 2012/ Special Features

By Erin Caskey, Licensed Clinical Psychologist at RNBC Click Here for Printable pdf Version All parents want their children to be happy, successful, and satisfied with their lives. One vital component in achieving these goals is resilience. Resilience is the capacity to cope with adversity, manage difficult situations, and learn from disappointments. While early research focused on children who overcame great

0608, 2012

Beating Back-to-School Jitters

Admin/ August 6, 2012/ Special Features

by Leslie Baer Cohen, Ph.D. Child Clinical Psychologist As summer camp ends and school supplies begin piling up on store shelves, many children begin to experience waves of both anticipation and apprehension. It is normal for children to experience some degree of anxiety prior to the school year. For children starting school for the first time, or older kids who

0608, 2012

Using Executive Functions to Navigate the Back to School Transition

Admin/ August 6, 2012/ Special Features

By Georgia Bozeday, Ed.D. Executive Functions Back-to-School Transition Plan | Printable pdf version Those of us who teach Executive Functions at RNBC would begin reading this article by highlighting the three key terms in the title. These are: Executive Functions, Transition, and Back to School. In our work with schools and our tutoring sessions at the Center, we help students

1906, 2012

Getting Social This Summer

Cgonley/ June 19, 2012/ Special Features

Summer is officially in full swing. With school out, many children who are less social miss the opportunities for daily interactions that school provides. Children who face social challenges need assistance all year long, but particularly during this time of year. Encourage your child to engage others during the summer months. As parents, there are things you can do to help

0905, 2012

INTAKE PROCESS AT RNBC

Cgonley/ May 9, 2012/ Special Features

My name is Nadine Wengroff and I am the intake coordinator at RNBC. I am an Advanced Practice Nurse as well as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Nursing. I am, most likely, the first person you will speak with when exploring options for services for your child at RNBC. Regardless of what clinical service you are

0904, 2012

TALKING TO CHILDREN ABOUT THEIR DISORDER-GUIDELINES FOR PARENTS

Cgonley/ April 9, 2012/ Special Features

As a clinical psychologist, I am often asked by parents, “How do I talk to my child about their learning/attentional/emotional difficulties?” This is a wonderful question. All too often, children with neurobehavioral difficulties may work regularly in a resource room, visit a psychologist, or receive help from a tutor without any explanation why. When children don’t have accurate information, they