Parenting is a touch job. Since kids don't come with manuals, it is essential parents are armed with the knowledge they need to help kids and avoid
Do my kids need extra help?
Parenting is a tough job. Kids do not come with an instruction manual so we have to improvise as we go. But kids are not predictable. What works one day can completely backfire on us the next.
As a parent, it is not unusual to feel like we are floundering, doing the best we can but really having no idea what we are doing as we try to balance (what balance!?) and navigate through all the responsibilities we have on our plate as adults and as parents, as well as all the social, emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs our kids have.
Given everything going on in our lives and in the world, many parents wonder if they should seek professional advice. The world of mental health is often unfamiliar and even overwhelming for parents. Making that decision alone can be hard, as parents struggle to understand what are normal behaviours and when to worry.
To help parents, I have put together a resource , in which I outline key considerations parents should make when deciding to seek professional support for their kids. As a parent, you know your kids best. But you need to know to best support them.
Thanks for reading. Let me know if you have any questions about anything in this article or other related topics. Let me know too if there is a particular topic you would like me to write about. Dr. Caroline Buzanko
Dr. Caroline Buzanko is a mom (with ADHD) who has first hand experience parenting kids with ADHD and anxiety. She is also a leading expert working with families and kids with ADHD, anxiety, and other social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties with years of clinical experience to share with you.
