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The Basic Ingredients for Good Mental Health

Good mental health starts with everyday habits. At Behaved Brain Wellness Center in Bergen County, we guide children, teens, and families to build emotional resilience by focusing on six simple, powerful practices.

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Outdoor Activities that are Actually Therapeutic for Kids

Incorporating outdoor activities that are therapeutic into a child’s daily life is more than just good fun—it’s a crucial step toward holistic health. These activities support brain function, physical health, emotional resilience, and social development. More importantly, they provide children with coping tools and self-regulation strategies that serve them for life.

How Grounding Can Improve Behavior

Children are often told not what to do. We are more likely to emphasize their behaviors and their negative choices since

Grounding ADHD

For this blog, I wanted to touch on a topic that is becoming more and more familiar- ADHD. I have seen

Sibling Bickering in Summer

Summer has come, the schedule shifts, the weather is warm and we dream of peaceful days outside in the sun. Any

Should I Start Therapy?

Starting therapy is a big step, especially if you are unsure whether it is needed. You might be questioning your decision

Problem-Solving for Middle Schoolers

Problem-solving is something we all struggle with at various points in our lives. A problem may come up daily, weekly, or

Stressors in School

Stress happens to all of us. Stress can occur at various times of the day and even for different events. There