Emotional Disturbance in our Children.

Everyone is used to their kids having an over-abundance of energy.  Of course, that’s what makes them special…OUR kids and their boundless energy.  If you notice the following traits over an extended period of time take notice.

1.  An inability to learn

2.  Not being able to build any long-term relationships

3.  Inappropriate behavior under normal every day circumstances

4.  Unusual mood swings

5.  Anger and even paranoia about everyday problems at school

Mental disorders ARE medical conditions that interfere with a person’s mood, thinking, feeling, and even the way they function in society.  When there is a physical illness such as diabetes it is easily diagnosed and then treated.  When the malady is mental our children may have a diminished capacity to cope with the simple issues of daily life.

You are doing no favors if you just wait for your kids to “outgrow” their behavior.  Doctor Steven Sussman is a licensed child psychologist of emotional disturbances in children.  Reach out to Dr. Sussman who has offices in Union County New Jersey and Staten Island NY.  Discuss your particular situation by calling him today at (908) 217 8106.

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Don’t Let Children be the Innocent Victims of Our Stress.

As adults we all get stressed out from time to time.  If you are a parent you may try to hide your stress from your children and not burden them unduly.  You would never intentionally hurt your child, but carrying your worries home and heaping them on the household may be doing more damage than you could possibly know.

What do you do for a living?  When you come home from work your MOST important job begins…the job of mom or dad (or both).  You need to reach down for some positive energy.  Get involved with your child and enquire about their day.  This isn’t about “buying” your way into their lives.  It is about the meaningful minutes that you devote to them every day.

Stress is a powerful force and parenting is the most important job on earth.  Doctor Steven Sussman is a licensed child psychologist who will meet with you and your children to help carve out a better bond between you.  Dr. Sussman has offices in Union County New Jersey and Staten Island NY.  Give him a call today at (908) 217 8106.

How to Deal with Temper Tantrums.

When your kid has a meltdown…and let’s face it they all do from time to time, you may be inclined to overreact.  Kids between 1 and 4 have not had time to develop good coping skills.  Every tantrum that they throw comes from the same place.  They don’t get what they want exactly when they want it.  It is the only way they know how to communicate.

Here are a few tips to deal with the next tantrum.

1.  Give them some space.  They need time to let out their anger.

2.  Create a diversion.  Just get their mind off of the here and now.

3.  Try to understand what is actually bothering them even if you think you already know.

4.  Speak calmly.  This is a hard one to implement, but try to be the adult here.

5.  Give them a hug.  There is nothing better than a cuddly, honest hug at a time like this.

If your child is behaving in this manner WAY to often it is time to consult the advice of a professional. Doctor Steven Sussman is a licensed child psychologist who will talk to you as a dispassionate third party about your child’s temper tantrums.  Dr. Sussman has offices in Union County New Jersey and Staten Island NY.  Get a handle on the situation call him today at (908) 217 8106.

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Treating Children with Bipolar Disorder.

Diagnosing bipolar disorder in a young child may be very challenging.  The symptoms are almost identical to ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).  Even healthy children may exhibit certain symptoms from time to time simply because of youthful exuberance.  Be very careful with certain medications which may even trigger mania in children.

Generally bipolar disorder manifests itself in teenagers and young adults.  This is a difficult diagnosis.  Some experts on the subject believe that it is over-diagnosed while many do not.  No one is absolutely certain how common it is.  One thing is for sure…DO NOT JUMP TO CONCLUSIONS!  Severe outbursts of temper do not necessarily indicate bipolar disorder.

Seek out the council of children’s bipolar disorder, Doctor Steven Sussman.  If your child behaves in such a manner as to indicate he or she may have this malady or one related to it do not trust the advice of a friend or the internet for answers.  Dr. Sussman has offices in Mountainside New Jersey and Staten Island NY.  With your child’s future at stake call him today at (908) 217 8106.

Are you in a Dysfunctional Relationship with your Child?

From the outside looking in the signs seem obvious.  Your teenage daughter is engaging in aberrant behavior.  Maybe this is combined by substance abuse.  Above all there is instability.  You may have a teenager in your life who threatens to hurt herself or run away from home.  What is the real core of the problem?

There is a reason that your daughter is acting out in this manner.  She may be re-enacting a relationship flaw that she saw her parents engage in.  Perhaps an older sibling tormented her.  It is possible that she  has experienced “emotional blackmail” such as withholding love if the child does not behave the way you wished.  Who is ruling the house? 

Dr. Steven Sussman treats many types of the behavioral problems of families whose children exhibit  dysfunctional behavior.  For your convenience, he has offices in Mountainside New Jersey and Staten Island NY.  Dr. Sussman is a New York and New Jersey behavior therapist who will help your family bond again.  Make an appointment now by giving him a call at (908) 217 8106.