Is your child keeping up academically but struggling with ADHD, anxiety, organization or emotional regulation at school? Learn the difference between an IEP and 504 Plan, what each can provide, and how parents can start a conversation about school support.

When a child repeatedly says they cannot go to school, the issue may be more than first-day nerves. Learn how to recognize school refusal, understand what may be driving the anxiety, and help your child move from avoidance toward confidence and support.

Back-to-school preparation is about more than buying supplies. From resetting sleep and screen habits to planning meals, routines and calming strategies, these seven brain-healthy steps can help children of every age feel more regulated, confident and prepared for the transition back to school.

Did screen time gradually increase over summer break? A sudden crackdown can create unnecessary conflict. Learn how to gradually reset your child’s screen habits, restore healthy routines, and make the transition back to school feel more manageable for the entire family.

Summer offers the perfect opportunity to help children unplug, move their bodies, and spend more time outdoors. Learn practical ways to incorporate outdoor play into your family’s routine while supporting brain health, emotional wellness, and healthy development.

Summer brings freedom, fun, and a break from school routines—but for many children, it can also bring increased anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and behavioral challenges. Learn how to create a brain-healthy summer that supports emotional wellness, resilience, and healthy development.

Parenting today comes with questions that don’t always have simple answers. Many families are navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, neurodiversity, and major life transitions—often without clear guidance or support. This page is a curated collection of parent guides created by our clinicians to help you better understand your child’s emotional world—and know when support might help.

ADHD and anxiety often show up together—and big emotions are part of the picture. Supporting ADHD and anxiety requires an integrated approach. At Behaved Brain, we help children and teens build emotional regulation skills without shame. Learn how therapy supports regulation across multiple needs.

When anxiety shows up in children and teens, it doesn’t look the same for everyone. Some kids have big emotional outbursts—yelling, crying, or melting down. Others go quiet, withdrawn, or emotionally flat.