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Your child was recently diagnosed with a learning issue. You’ve heard about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). You know that the school has certain obligations under the law, but what exactly will they be required to do for your child?  New York...

Your daughter has been doing well in school. But suddenly, she’s struggling with math. When you ask about the issues, she says that math makes her feel anxious and overwhelmed. Her teacher says that she seems to understand the material but makes unnecessary mistakes...

You’ve worked hard to help your child excel. You talked to their teachers and their doctor. You requested an evaluation. After the evaluation, you were invited to a meeting to determine if your child qualifies for an Individualized Education Program (IEP) under the Individuals...

Your 11-year-old daughter was excited to start middle school. But a few weeks into sixth grade, the school counselor calls to tell you that your daughter had a panic attack. A few months later, the counselor calls to report a second incident. What can...

The Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC’s) most recent report on youth mental health issues found that 11% of American children aged 3-17 had been diagnosed with anxiety. Additionally, four percent of children had depression, and 8% had been diagnosed with a behavior disorder.  Because...

American youth are experiencing many emotions. A recent mental health study from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) found that nearly 40% of high school students had persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness. Another CDC study showed that while nearly 20% of children aged...