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Although many find it difficult – even painful – to say “no” when asked to do something, the ability to set limits and establish one’s personal boundaries is integral in…

Grief is a natural internal reaction to loss. It is the way we feel and it is a unique and personal experience. Mourning is the external piece of a loss….

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…

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.

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…

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.”

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…

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…

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.”

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…