Groups vs. Individuals.

As it pertains to the care and treatment of your children is it more beneficial to be in a group setting or one-on-one?  Some prevailing thought is that when you are involved in an individual therapy session then your child gets personal attention.  But, is that necessarily what is best for them at this time?

Think about this…where do your children express the most familial feelings?  Chances are it is within a group.  Such things as school, sports, and other activities are done in group settings.  When you are in a group setting you empathize with the other people in the room and it takes the spotlight off of you and your kid.

This is, perhaps some “out of the box thinking”, however it makes all the sense in the world! Why not arrange a session with Dr. Steven Sussman?  He has spent decades learning the best techniques including children’s group therapy in New York and New Jersey.  See for yourself…call Dr. Sussman today at (908) 217-8106.

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Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

We have all heard of autism, but what about this specific form?  This includes social, behavioral, and challenges with communication itself.  Autistic Spectrum Disorder can range from mild to severe and all points in between.  When it is caught early, treatment can make a huge difference in living the rest of one’s life.

The term autistic spectrum is what you may think.  It covers the spectrum of autism, Asperger’s syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder.  Have you heard of Rett syndrome?  It used to be grouped among the list of autism disorders, but now it is considered to be caused by genetic mutation.  So, it is no longer considered an ASD.

As we said at the top, early treatment is vital!  When you and your child meet with Dr. Steven Sussman you are beginning the journey with one of New York and New Jersey’s renowned Autistic Spectrum Disorder doctors.  Please make an appointment at the office closest to you on Staten Island or in Mountainside NJ by calling (908) 217-8106.

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FREE Street Fair New York

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Friday, October 20, 2017, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Free fun for the whole family, including arts, crafts, antiques, plants, entertainment, games, and more.

Can You Afford Family Therapy?

The real question here is…can you let a situation that involves your children NOT be addressed?  This is why we buy insurance in the first place…to protect our families!  Children’s therapy is as important as anything on which you will ever use insurance.  Many parents are already strapped trying to help their kids through adolescence.

Your duty as a parent is to find a doctor who is a participating provider in the vast majority of union and insurance plans.  A qualified individual with decades of experience in helping kids who also works with you to get the bill paid is a true gold mine!  Let us help you narrow down the choice with some background information.

On Staten Island and in Mountainside NJ noted child psychologist Dr. Steven Sussman may be the answer to a brighter future for your family.  Getting the help is tantamount…paying the bill for the best possible children’s therapy is just as important.  Please visit the website www.sussmankids.com.  Read the insurance page and then call Dr. Sussman at (908) 217-8106.

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The Effect of Social Media on Your Daughter.

If you have a child who is anxious, depressed, or frequently exhausted it may be time to take a hard look at how much time they are spending on their phones.  There is a whole world out there that can be very dangerous to an impressionable “tween”.  Unmonitored social media usage is a bit like giving your child the keys to the car.

More than a quarter of U.S. teens have an anxiety disorder according to the National Institute of Mental Health.  Time spent on social media is considered a real risk factor.  Unfortunately, all of the data is not in because the medium is so new.  There have been enough studies thus far to tie in self-image and eating disorders to even “perceived” cyber bullying.

Many now theorize that social media will surpass alcohol and drugs in terms of addiction.  Being a responsible parent is recognizing the potential problem and seeking the right counsel.  In New York and New Jersey your answer may well be Dr. Steven Sussman.  The technology may be new, but Dr. Sussman’s methods are tried and true.  Please call for an appointment at his Staten Island or Mountainside N.J. office at (908) 217-8106.