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The Mental Health Benefits of Summer for Children and Teens

Madeline Gottlob, B.A.

July 02, 2026

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As the school year winds down and summer begins, many families notice a shift not just in schedule, but in mood. There is real science behind why so many children, teens, and adults feel lighter and happier during the summer months. From increased sunlight to more time for pla...

Understanding Group Socialization Theory: How Peer Groups Shape Childhood and Adolescent Development

Madeline Gottlob, B.A.

June 17, 2026

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Most parenting advice operates on the assumption that the way you raise your child determines who they become. But what if that assumption is wrong?

Born This Way? Birth Order, Personality, and the Limits of the Theory

Madeline Gottlob, B.A.

May 18, 2026

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Are you the responsible oldest child, the peace-keeping middle child, or the free-spirited youngest?

The Roots of Kindness: How Prosocial Behavior Develops in Children

Madeline Gottlob, B.A.

April 28, 2026

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Prosocial behaviors are defined as “voluntary acts intended to benefit others” (Hammond, 2026).

Understanding and Supporting Highly Sensitive Children

Madeline Gottlob, B.A.

February 23, 2026

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Approximately 15–20% of children have complex emotional and behavioral traits that identify them as Highly Sensitive Children (HSC). From an evolutionary perspective, these children possess increased nervous system reactivity and heightened "fight or flight" responses.

Co-Regulation: Working Together to Find Calm

Madeline Gottlob, B.A.

February 25, 2026

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When emotions are high and reactions are intense, initiating a self-soothing ritual can feel impossible.

Sleep Hygiene for Children

Madeline Gottlob, B.A.

February 12, 2026

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Quality sleep is essential at all ages, but it plays a particularly critical role in children's development. Adequate sleep supports school performance, extracurricular participation, immune function, stress reduction, and the consolidation of newly learned information. How M...

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Pediatric Chronic Pain

Madeline Gottlob, B.A.

January 16, 2026

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When a child experiences pain that won't go away, families naturally focus on finding medical solutions.

A Guide to Academic Accommodations

Madeline Gottlob, B.A.

December 04, 2025

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Every child learns differently. For students with learning disabilities, physical impairments, or neurological differences, traditional classroom settings can present unnecessary barriers to success.

The Power of Positive Self-Talk

Madeline Gottlob, B.A.

November 12, 2025

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When we aren't interacting with others, we engage in continuous dialogue within our own minds.