Facing Empty Chairs at the Holiday Table...
COVID-19 brings new challenges to the winter holidays. Mental health experts share stories to help you make it through.
Climate Change: How Adults Can Give Kids Hope...
To cope with the threat of climate change, young people need to believe that their advocacy and action can effect real and positive change, a Mass General psychiatrist says.
How to Be “Smart” in the Time of Smartphones...
Two experts from the Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds provide pointers and perspective to help parents make sure their kids aren’t misusing smartphones.
New Year’s Resolutions: Emphasizing the Positive...
Two Mass General psychiatrists suggest focusing New Year’s resolutions on improving your positive traits rather than changing your bad behaviors.
Cutting: What Parents Should Know...
A Mass General psychiatrist offers expert advice about how to help children who are purposely cutting themselves.
Facing Empty Chairs at the Holiday Table...
The holidays can be a tough time especially when loved ones are gone. Two Mass General psychiatrists share some thoughts to make the season easier.
How Scary is too Scary at Halloween?...
An MGH psychiatrist share tips for parents on keeping Halloween fun but not too scary.
What to Do When Your Teen Talks About Suicide...
Mass General psychiatrists share tips to help families address the topic of teenage suicide and navigate the mental health system.
Tips for a Child’s First Mental Health Appointment...
Mass General expert Steven Schlozman, MD, offers advice on preparing your child for his or her first visit with a mental health clinician.
Anorexia Nervosa: Effort, Time, Support Are Keys to Treatment...
One young woman says a critical therapeutic relationship with a Mass General psychiatrist made the difference in her recovery from anorexia nervosa.