We are happy to provide these videos and articles to parents, kids and teens. They focus on lots of different subjects and skills, like stress management, healthy development and social skills -- the things children and teens are working at FSGC.
This is just part of our ongoing commitment to providing needed services, even in uncertain and difficult circumstances.
We hope you find these resources helpful!
FSGC's Ask a Child Therapist
FSGC's Real-World Parenting Conversation Videos
- Eating Disorders, video 1
- Eating Disorders, video 2
- Eating Disorders, video 3
- Live Q&A: Eating Disorders
- Helping Your Child Deal with Bullying, video 1
- Helping Your Child Deal with Bullying, video 2
- Helping Your Child Deal with Bullying, video 3
- Live Q&A: Helping Your Child Deal with Bullying
- Suicide Prevention, video 1
- Suicide Prevention, video 2
- Suicide Prevention, video 3
- Live Q&A: Suicide - Another 'Talk' to Have with Your Kids
- Screen Time & Social Media, video 1
- Screen Time & Social Media, video 2
- Screen Time & Social Media, video 3
- Live Q&A: Screen Time & Social Media
- Article: Best apps for parents to monitor and limit screen time
- ADHD, video 1
- ADHD, video 2
- ADHD, video 3
- Live Q&A: ADHD
- LGBTQ+ Youth, video 1
- LGBTQ+ Youth, video 2
- LGBTQ+ Youth, video 3
- Live Q&A: LGBTQ+ Youth
- Substance Use, video 1
- Substance Use, video 2
- Substance Use, video 3
- Live Q&A: Substance Use
- Grief and Mourning, video 1
- Grief and Mourning, video 2
- Grief and Mourning, video 3
- Live Q&A: Grief and Mourning
- Anxiety, video 1
- Anxiety, video 2
- Anxiety, video 3
- Live Q&A: Childhood Anxiety
- Depression, video 1
- Depression, video 2
- Depression, video 3
- Live Q&A: Childhood Depression
- Childhood Trauma, video 1
- Childhood Trauma, video 2
- Childhood Trauma, video 3
- Live Q&A: Childhood Trauma
- A Parent's Survival Guide: The Middle School Years (video of Q&A)
- A Parent's Survival Guide: The Middle School Years (presentation slides)
- Discipline Strategies that Actually Work with Kids (video)
- Discipline Strategies that Actually Work with Kids (presentation slides)
- ADHD & Medication: Fact vs. Fiction (video)
- ADHD & Medication: Fact vs. Fiction (presentation slides)
- Suicide: Another Important "Talk" with Your Kids (video)
- Suicide: Another Important "Talk" with Your Kids (presentation slides)
- A Parent's Survival Guide: The High School Years
- Goodbye, Summertime. Hello, School Time!
- Screen Time & Social Media: How Much is too Much?
- A Parent's Survival Guide: The Preschool Years
- A Parent's Survival Guide: The Elementary School Years (video)
- Caring for Your Kids in a COVID-19 World (video)
- Helping Your Child Cope with Divorce (video, 1 hour)
- Helping Your Child Cope with Divorce (presentation slides)
- Helping Your Child Manage Anger (video)
- Helping Your Child Manage Anger (presentation slides)
- Helping Your Child Cope with Depression (video)
- Helping Your Child Cope with Depression (presentation slides)
- Helping Your Child Manage Their ADHD (video)
- Helping Your Child Manage Their ADHD (presentation slides)
- Helping Your Child Deal With Bullying (video)
- Helping Your Child Transition Back to School (presentation slides)
- Helping Your Child Transition Back to School (video)
- Helping Your Child Transition Back to School (presentation slides)
- Beyond the ABCs: Getting Ready for Kindergarten (video)
- Beyond the ABCs: Getting Ready for Kindergarten (presentation slides)
- Preschool Life Skills Questionnaire
- Screen Time, Your Kids and Social Media (video)
- Screen Time, Your Kids and Social Media (presentation slides)
- Helping Your Child Conquer Anxiety (video)
- Helping Your Child Conquer Anxiety (presentation slides)
Coronavirus Anxiety Workbook from the Wellness Society
Back-to-School 2020
- Article: 7 Ways to Better Prepare Kids for Virtual Learning
- Article: How to Set Up a Virtual or Homeschool Space for Your Kid
- Article: What Parents Can Expect When Their Kids Goes Back to School
- Article: 27 Ways to Teach Your Kid's Favorite Subject at Home
Helpful FSGC staff videos, media appearances
- How to Properly Wash Your Hands (May 21, 2020)
- How to Properly Put On and Wear a Facemask (May 21, 2020)
- How to Properly Apply Hand Sanitizer (May 21, 2020)
- How to Explain the Coronavirus to Your Children (Dr. Chip Millhuff, March 16, 2020)
- Helping Children Cope with Fear of the Unknown (Dr. Connie Romig, March 20, 2020)
- Effects of COVID-19 on Kids, How Parents Can Help (Jennie Watson, LSCSW:April 1, 2020)
- How to Talk with Kids About COVID-19 (Dr. Abby Callis, March 13, 2020)
COVID-19 and kids
- Article:7 Ways COVID-19 is Affecting Our Kids and What Parents Can Do to Help
- Video: Science Mom Shares 5 Things to Know About Coronavirus
- Article: Talking to Your Kids About COVID-19
Relaxation/Stress Reduction
- Video: Drains, Stars, Pretzels and Balloons: Breathing Techniques
- Video: Good Night Yoga, Part 1
- Video: Good Night Yoga, Part 2
- Video: Mind in a Jar
- Video: Squish the Fish: A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure!
- Video: Yoga for Kids with Animals
- Video: Yoga for Kids!
- Video: Reduce Anxiety with Deep Breathing
- Video: Meditation for Kids
- Video: Get Your Mind Ready with Mind Yeti
- Video: Frozen: A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure!
- Video: Pokemon: A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure!
- Video: Star Wars, The Force Awakens: A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure!
- Video: Minecraft: A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure!
- Video: The Wizard of Oz: A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure!
- Video: Moana: A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure!
- Video: Tiny the T-Rex: A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure!
- Video: Popcorn the Dolphin: A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure!
- Video: Frank the Frog: A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure!
- Video: Colonel Crockles the Crocodile: A Cosmic Kids Yoga Adventure!
Social Skills
- Video: "Please, Mr. Panda": Storytime with Mr. Sean
- Video: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar": MORE Storytime with Mr. Sean
Exercise/At-Home Activities
- Article: Tips to Help Children and Youth Take Care of their Mental Health During COVID-19
- Article: GIANT List of Things to Do and Watch with Your Kids
- Article: Activities and Online Resources for Kids (a great list!)
- Article: Avoid Cabin Fever with 125 Ideas to Keep Kids Entertained
- Article: The Secret to Keeping Your Kids Happy, Busy and Learning
- Article: Coronavirus Guide for Parents: 100s of Activities and Resources
- Article: Social Skills Activities for Kids from Toddlers to Teens
- Article: Four Big Goals for Adolescents
- Article: Fun Mindfulness Activities for Kids and Teens
- Article: How to Help Your Child or Teen Manage Stress
Parent Resouces/Activity Ideas
- Article: GIANT List of Things to Do and Watch with Your Kids
- Article: Actitivies and Online Resources for Kids (a great list!)
- Article: How to Keep Kids Connected with the World When Their World has Shrunk
- Article: Supporting Kids During the Coronavirus
- Article: Avoid Cabin Fever with 125 Ideas to Keep Kids Entertained
- Article: The Secret to Keeping Your Kids Happy, Busy and Learning
- Article: Coronvirus Guide for Parents: 100s of Activities and Resources
- Article: Social Skills Activities for Kids from Toddlers to Teens
- Article: Four Big Goals for Adolescents
- Article: Fun Mindfulness Activities for Kids and Teens
- Article: How to Help Your Child or Teen Manage Stress
