Trick or Treat!

One parent said, “if you let your kid eat candy, let them go trick or treating”. It may not be as simple as that. Maybe a conversation with New York/New Jersey child psychologist, Dr. Steven Sussman, is in order this October.

Is your kid at an age when vandalism can be a part of the “candy gathering” regimen? There are other things to be considered, but if your child has friends that enjoy “trick” over “treat”, then it may be a good time to address the issue.

The bottom line is Dr. Steven Sussman discusses a variety of topics in his sessions. You should get to know him! Dr. Sussman works out of Mountainside, NJ, helping kids from this area with all sorts of issues. Give him a call today.

What is ODD?

As you may have guessed, ODD is an acronym for something called Oppositional Defiant Disorder. What you know about this condition could make you a better parent. ODD is defined on the website sussmankids.com.

If one or more of your children are obstinate, and (at times) downright unlikeable they may be suffering from ODD. Dr. Steven Sussman has discovered that many kids may just “shut down” academically if they have these issues.

Why not let a professional child psychologist make you into a better parent? Dr. Steven Sussman works from his office in Mountainside, NJ. A free phone call to Dr. Steve could make your family’s life a lot more manageable. 

Listen to Your Kid.

Now that the new school year is underway have you noticed that your child does not communicate the same way? Has he/she undergone something you would deem a “personality change"? When you calmly ask what’s wrong, do they just say “NOTHING” and storm away? 

They could be suffering from -

1. The inability to translate their thoughts into words.

2. They simply don’t know how to talk about their feelings.

3. Expressing emotions makes them feel vulnerable.

Why not allow Dr. Steven Sussman of Mountainside, N.J. to help? He has been helping families in the New York/New Jersey area for decades. Don’t let the current school year pass you by! Place a free call to Dr. Sussman and tell him about your personal challenges.

Healthgrades for Your Child's Psychologist

Finding the right child psychologist is one of the most important things you will ever do for your kid. One day, they will thank you for your do diligence. Just the decision to have a third party talk to your child(ren) about mental health is a huge one! 

The first thing you should do in this day and age is go to the internet. Type in healthgrades.com and you will get plenty of information about a particular child psychologist from Mountainside, N.J. who serves the greater New York/New Jersey area. 

His name is Dr. Steven Sussman. He has devoted his entire adult life to helping children around the tri-state area. Please read the comments of other parents of this area. After reading all the positive feedback, give Dr. Steven Sussman a complimentary call today.

Helping Your Child Make Friends.

Everyone knows that the kids your kid hangs out with make a difference in their behavior. So, how do you safely help your child make “good” friends this summer without being a “helicopter parent”? Here are some suggestions from child psychologist Dr. Steven Sussman of Mountainside N.J.

1. Host a birthday or other party where you know exactly who is attending.

2. Ask your child’s teacher if they can share your email with other parents as an e-vite.

3. See if there is a directory to see if like-minded parents are looking for play dates.

Ultimately, there is no magic answer. How about this one? Why not place a complimentary call to New York/New Jersey child psychologist, Dr. Steven Sussman? You can be sure that Dr. Sussman has dealt with “anxious” parents during the summer. Give him a call today!

Getting Help with Mood Disorders in Children

Self criticism - It’s something that Dr. Steven Sussman of Mountainside, NJ often deals with. Dr. Sussman is a child psychologist who has helped hundreds of parents deal with their children in the New York/New Jersey area.

Everyone agrees that it is gut-wrenching to see a self-loathing, sad youngster. If that child is yours, it exacerbates the problem even further. Often these kids have undiagnosed, underlying skill deficits that make them feel hopeless.

Child psychologist, Dr. Steven Sussman, empowers your kids with skills and optimism. It is one of the most satisfying parts of his work. Dr. Sussman has been dealing with mood disorders for a long time. Maybe he can help you. Please make a complimentary call to his office today.

Preparing Your Child for a New School.

It's not too soon to prepare your child(ren) for a new school. Your kid might have a new teacher and be surrounded by new personalities. What can you do as a parent? What does a new teacher need to know about your child? Do you....

1. Tell teachers everything including what kind of food he/she likes and doesn’t like.

2. Say nothing and not be labeled as a “helicopter parent”.

3. A happy medium. Tell them just enough to help them be a “good teacher”.

Dr. Steven Sussman of Mountainside, NJ wants to help. Why not give Dr. Sussman a complimentary phone call. Many parents don’t think to do this in the middle of the summer. The doctor is in! Give him a call to discuss your kid’s future today.