Seeing is Understanding.

For a moment I will explain ODD then I will direct you to my website to learn more. My name is Dr. Steven Sussman a nationally known child psychologist serving the New York/New Jersey area. ODD can be complicated for you as a parent and is a recent diagnosis of our understanding of children in America.

If your child is obstinate and at times downright unlikable, they may be suffering from ODD. Because schools have always concentrated on reading and memorizing this may not properly address this malady. I have a singular goal of teaching your kid(s) the proper skills and increased maturity so that soon they will eliminate this label of ODD.

Now for the other part that I promised you. My website sussmankids.com has an ODD tab. Please click on that and read my letter entitled The Shutdown Learner. This will give you greater insight. When you are ready please call me…child psychologist Dr. Steven Sussman at my office located in Mountainside, NJ at (908) 217-8106 to arrange a free consultation.

Breaking the Daily Routine.

I know that the pandemic has disrupted nearly everyone’s life. What has it done to your school-aged kids? Just like us, anxiety during this period would be expected and, in fact, is a normal response. Take it from me…child psychologist Dr. Steven Sussman, children’s adjustment to a new school schedule, whether it’s remote or otherwise, could vary a great deal based on age and your child’s individual personality or temperament.

In younger kids for example, psychological distress might manifest itself in new or worsening behavioral problems. They may have difficulty with symptoms such as aches and pains or changes in sleep or appetite. Even your older kids may also experience somatic symptoms, as fear, nervousness, stress, and irritability.

If you live in the New Jersey area, I don’t have to tell you that we have been hit particularly hard. The end of this trial will come (very soon, I hope). Let me help you find a “new norm” with your school-aged kids. My name is Dr. Steven Sussman. Please call me at my office in Mountainside, NJ at (908) 217-8106 and visit me online at sussmankids.com.