Balance, Boundaries, and Connection
The holiday season can be overwhelming for neurodivergent children and families. Learn how routines, boundaries, and connection can help reduce stress and support emotional well-being during the holidays.
Holiday changes and Neurodivergent Kids
The holiday season brings celebration, family gatherings, and festive traditions — but for many neurodivergent children, the sudden shift in routines and sensory demands of winter break can feel overwhelming. In this article, occupational therapists from Miriam School and Learning Center share thoughtful, practical strategies to help parents support children with sensory and learning differences. With proactive planning and sensory-friendly approaches, families can cultivate joy, connection, and confidence throughout the holidays.
Parenting During the Holiday Season
The holiday season can bring excitement, connection, and meaningful traditions—but it can also add stress, pressure, and emotional overload for parents. From juggling busy schedules to managing family expectations and supporting children through changes in routine, this time of year can feel especially demanding. In this article, psychologists share three practical, evidence-based tips to help parents navigate holiday stress with intention, flexibility, and care—so families can focus less on perfection and more on connection.
My Child Just Said the B Word …Bullying
A new school year can bring new challenges, bullying being one of them. How to assess if its mean behavior or bullying, what to do, how to get support, and help your child build resilience.
Building Resilience in Children
Helping children build resilience is one of the most valuable life skills we can nurture as parents and caregivers. While it’s hard to watch kids struggle or face setbacks, these moments are opportunities for growth, not failure. By normalizing challenges and guiding children through them, we help foster persistence, confidence, and emotional strength. One simple yet powerful tool is reading together—stories can spark meaningful conversations and teach kids how to bounce back from difficulties. Explore this blog to learn why resilience matters, how to talk about it with your child, and discover recommended children’s books that encourage perseverance and growth.
Is My Child’s Behavior Typical? When to Consider an ADHD Evaluation
Are you unsure if your child’s classroom behavior is typical, or might be something more? Is it ADHD? Our experts can help you find answers, provide diagnostic clarity, as well as supportive treatment. If your teen or child is in need off counseling or ADHD evaluation, reach out today.
A Parent’s Guide to Healthy Competition
A parent’s guide to encouraging healthy competition in children while boosting their confidence, motivation, and respect for others. This blog covers healthy competition parenting tips, teaching kids confidence, sportsmanship for children, and how to keep competition positive.
Your Back-to-School Checklist
As the school year approaches, many parents find themselves juggling supply lists, new schedules—and worries about how their child will adjust emotionally. At Central Ohio Pediatric Behavioral Health, we understand how overwhelming this time can feel. That’s why we’re sharing simple, compassionate tips to help your child feel prepared, confident, and supported from day one. Because no child should face the school year with anxiety, and no parent should feel alone in helping them succeed.