When Parenting Gets Tough: How To Support Your Kids When They're Struggling
We all know parenting can be difficult. But when your child is struggling, emotionally or mentally, "difficult" doesn't begin to describe it. Feeling unable to help them is nothing short of devastating. So what can you do when none of your regular tools seem to be working? In this episode, Mary (mom of 3) and Dr. Ashley Miller (BC Children's Child Psychiatrist) discuss specific strategies you can start using right away to support your child and help them thrive.
Tackling Anxiety: Practical Strategies for Children and Youth
Do you have an anxious child? Not sure how best to help them? Meet Tracy, a parent of two youth who are living with anxiety, and Dr. Sandra Clark, a clinical psychologist specializing in child and youth anxiety. Together, they explore common symptoms and effective strategies to support anxious children and youth.
Tics and Tourette Syndrome: Kelty's Recommended Resources
In this collection developed by the Kelty Centre, you will find a list of recommended resources for parents/caregivers to learn more about tics and Tourette Syndrome including websites, apps, online tools and support services.
Anxiety (for parents and caregivers): Kelty's Recommended Resources
In this collection developed by the Kelty Centre, you will find a list of recommended resources for parents/caregivers to learn more about anxiety including websites, online tools, guides, books and provincial support services.
ADHD: Information for Families
This information booklet provides information for families on what ADHD is, the symptoms, assessment and diagnosis process, medications, parenting, school and homework, and more.
Transition Planning for Youth & Young Adults with a Developmental Disability
Transitioning to adulthood can be challenging for youth with developmental disabilities and their families. A Services to Adults with Developmental Disabilities navigator can help.
The Art of Raising Resilient Children
In this video, learn how early life experiences shape the developing brain, and how secure attachment relationships and mindfulness can improve learning, anxiety, relationship skills and concentration in our children.
Types of Therapies
Information about different types of therapies, mental health challenges best suited for each therapy, how long each therapy types usually takes and FAQs parents and families have.
Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre
Information about the Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre.
OCD In Kids
This US-based site provides information on OCD in children and teens, including articles, brochures, fact sheets, videos, and suggested reading. There are sections for parents and kids.
Laurel Behaviour Support Services
Offers individualized behaviour support services for children and adults with autism or other developmental disabilities. They offer Triple P Stepping Stones workshops, as well as other workshops for families, care providers and professionals.
ND-PAE Key Worker & Parent Support Services
Information for families of children and youth with confirmed or suspected ND-PAE, including available assessment services and key worker and parent support options in your community.