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Talking to Children about War [downloadable]
International wars and conflict enhance our sense of danger and may cause worry about what will happen in the days and weeks ahead. A range of emotions (e.g., outrage, fear, anxiety and sorrow) are common and can change as the Read more >>
Addressing Childhood Bullying—When Peer Aggression Goes Too Far
Most people have felt picked on, put down, or left out by peers at some point in their life. Conflict between children, even friends, can be a normal part of development. But some aggressive behaviors cross the line into bullying. Read more >>
12 Tips to Prepare for the Return to School
Every family wants to make sure their children enjoy a safe, happy and productive year as classrooms reopen this fall. The American Academy of Pediatrics published a list of 12 tips to prepare children for back-to-school season, including several that Read more >>
Young Adults and Failure to Launch
“Failure to launch” is a term used to describe the phenomenon of young adults, typically in their 20s and 30s, who struggle to transition into independent adult life. They often have clinical issues such as anxiety, depression, OCD, autism, or Read more >>
America Has a Loneliness Epidemic. Here Are 6 Steps to Address It
According to a new advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General titled “Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation,” even before the COVID-19 pandemic, about half of U.S. adults reported experiencing measurable levels of loneliness. Read more >>
How to Help Young People Limit Screen Time — and Feel Better About How They Look
U.S. teens spend more than eight hours a day on screens, and there’s growing concern over how social media may affect their mental health. Now, a study published by the American Psychological Association, validates what some parents have experienced when Read more >>
In our fast-paced world, juggling academics, work, community service, and other responsibilities can be overwhelming. This constant juggle can affect your overall health and well-being. Not having balance in life often results in increased stress that can negatively impact relationships, Read more >>
Do What You Love: But First Find Out What That Is
Research out of Mayo Clinic reveals that if we spend just 20 percent of our time on things we are passionate about, then other responsibilities which we are less enthusiastic about don’t seem as burdensome or daunting. This is a Read more >>
Sleep Tips for Teens [downloadable]
Do you occasionally—or maybe more than occasionally— have trouble falling asleep? Try these sleep tips from the University of Washington Medical Center. Read more >>
Can Tech Help Prevent Teen Suicide?
Last year, one-fifth of all high school students seriously considered suicide and 1 in 11 teens attempted suicide. These numbers are staggering and unacceptable. To truly make a dent in the teen mental health crisis, there needs to be an Read more >>
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CHC Palo Alto:
650 Clark Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304
650.326.5530
CHC South Bay:
2280 Kenwood Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
408.831.7512
CHC Ravenswood:
1765 E Bayshore Rd, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
650.702.2487
