The Overscheduled Child
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The Overscheduled Child

By Andie Stallman, M.A. What is Overstimulation? There are so many opportunities for kids today to participate in extracurriculars- as well as pressure to get them involved in as much as possible! Structured activities such as sports or clubs can be very beneficial because they provide time to socialize with friends, get exercise, or learn…

The What, Why, & Significance of Imaginary Friends
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The What, Why, & Significance of Imaginary Friends

By Andie Stallman You may have heard the term “imaginary friends” or talked to a child about their playmate who you couldn’t see. But have you ever wondered why children have imaginary friends, why adults don’t, and what they can tell us about a child? I want to shed some light on a phenomenon that…