The signs, symptoms and solutions for anxiety can look different for children and teens depending on their age and their lived experiences. So, how can you tell the difference between everyday nerves and an anxiety disorder? Explore anxiety’s signs and symptoms in children and teens.
Positive childhood experiences are encouraging experiences created by parents and caring adults that build resilience in children and teens. Discover what you can do to help the youth in your life have positive childhood experiences and why they’re so important.
Online safety starts with a few simple steps that make a big difference. Protecting kids online is worth every effort—staying aware, checking in, stepping in when needed, and keeping communication open all go a long way in teaching kids safe internet habits. Check out these tips that your whole family can use to build a healthier, safer relationship with the digital world.
At KVC West Virginia, we aim to provide healing, supportive services to every child who needs them. That’s the heart behind our school-based therapy program. Learn how KVC West Virginia’s school-based therapy brings essential mental health support directly to students in their schools.
Guiding your child to therapy? Get expert tips on starting the conversation positively and setting them up for success.
ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, is one of the most commonly diagnosed mental health conditions in children and teens. Learn more about it may be treated in different age groups and why it’s underdiagnosed in girls.
Explore valuable foster parent resources in West Virginia, where the need for loving caregivers and homes continues to grow. Learn about foster care, how to become a foster parent, why KVC is the right agency for you, self-care tips and more.
With the demands of raising children, it’s easy for parents and caregivers to forget their own mental health. These 5 expert tips will help parents and caregivers prioritize their mental health and self-care.
Back-to-school season can drum up all sorts of feelings and emotions. Some children feel excited but some may be struggling with anxiety. How can caregivers navigate this new season and set their children up for success? Explore some expert strategies to help children cope here.
The teen years are a unique time of brain development. In this article, parents will discover how to better understand their teen and promote healthy behavior.