by Terry Levy | Oct 21, 2025 | Parenting
As parents, we want to lift our children up, bolster their self-esteem and encourage good behavior. Praise is one of the most basic ways we signal our approval and nurture our children’s confidence and sense of self. By using praise, you’re showing your child...
by Terry Levy | Oct 21, 2025 | Parenting
We frequently talk about the harmful impact of too much screen time and social media on children, including increased anxiety and depression, disrupted sleep patterns, desensitization to violence, disregulation, and more. The response over the last two decades from...
by Terry Levy | Sep 16, 2025 | Parenting
September is Suicide Prevention Month and with the mental health challenges so many of our adolescents and teens are facing, it is more important than ever for parents to understand the signs of depression and be proactive in having conversations about suicide. What...
by Terry Levy | Sep 16, 2025 | Parenting, The brain, Theory & Research
Almost immediately after conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s recent assassination, the graphic footage of his shooting was posted all over social media. Those of us who aren’t accustomed to spending hours scrolling the internet were shocked by the...
by Terry Levy | Aug 20, 2025 | Attachment, Parenting
Each month, Dr. Levy answers a common question he has received from professionals, caregivers and parents during four decades of pioneering work on attachment theory, treatment and training. This month, he answers a question about the importance of creating...
by Terry Levy | Aug 20, 2025 | Parenting
This time of year, as children transition from summer to school, mornings can be especially stressful for both parents and kids. For children with mental health or behavioral issues, it can be even more challenging to get everyone out the door as we deal with the...
