Behavioral and social issues often place limitations and add problems to a child’s relationship with his/her friends and family.
Often, issues such as Social Anxiety Disorder and Oppositional Defiant Disorder can have detrimental effects on a child’s life, both in and outside the household. These problems are usually tough to deal with for any ordinary mother or father. If your child has behavioral issues that are placing limitations on his/her adolescent growth, it might be time to seek a professional.
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, Social Anxiety Disorder is the fear of being scrutinized and judged by others in social or performance situations. (more…)
Imagine you are standing outside and you notice that the sky has darkened, the clouds seem a bit lower and the leaves are rustling in the trees. Knowing that these are all signs telling you it is going to rain, you walk a bit faster to your destination and avoid getting wet. (more…)
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, “Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is an extremely common childhood disorder that can continue through adolescence and adulthood.” (more…)
Children and young adults whom have an excessive fear of social situations such as giving a speech, going for an interview or even eating in front of a group are commonly diagnosed as having Social Anxiety Disorder. (more…)
Adolescence is characterized as a period of growth and a time of transition. Not just a physical shift but an all encompassing one involving emotional, cognitive and social changes. The years that comprise adolescence may also be described as confusing, troublesome, and/or stressful which sometimes results in depression or social anxiety disorder. (more…)
Child Psychologist, Dr. Joshua Rosenthal, a NYC licensed psychologist was interviewed by ABC News 20/20 on Friday 4/4/14 about the deadly teen “choking game.” (more…)
When a child is having difficulty at home or school, behavior intervention plans (BIP) can be an extremely effective type of therapy in reducing the unwanted behavior and/or increasing the desired behavior. (more…)
Having years of experience leading weekly social skills groups in NYC for children of all ages and as the longtime owner of a social skills summer camp, I (Dr. Rosenthal) put together this checklist for parents to ask prospective group leaders when choosing a social skills group.
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Manhattan Psychology Group is now offering a new type of school treatment called eDRC, which is an online version of the traditional paper/pencil Daily Report Card (DRC) system. (more…)
